Caribbean Banana Lime Bread

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Caribbean Banana Lime Bread recipe with a tropical twist
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Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

1 hour, 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs , lightly beaten
3 mashed bananas
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ginger
3/4 cup grated coconut , toasted
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon rum
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup grated coconut , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
375
Sugar
24g
Fat
15g
Caribbean Banana Lime Bread is a tropical twist on traditional banana bread. This recipe features ripe mashed bananas, fresh lime juice, and toasted grated coconut, which gives it a unique flavor that will transport you to a Caribbean island paradise. The bread is moist, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast or as a snack. The topping made with brown sugar, butter, and toasted coconut adds a crunchy texture and enhances the flavor of the bread. It can also be enjoyed as a dessert with a dollop of whipped cream or served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This recipe takes banana bread to a whole new level that will have your taste buds begging for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch loaf pan.
2.In a large bowl, cream together brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
3.Add lightly beaten eggs, mashed bananas, plain yogurt, and lime juice, whisking until well combined.
4.In another bowl, stir together salt, ginger, toasted grated coconut, flour, and baking powder.
5.Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6.Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7.To make the topping, mix brown sugar, butter, rum, fresh lime juice and toasted grated coconut together and sprinkle it over the top of the batter.
8.Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9.Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This Caribbean Banana Lime Bread is a tropical twist on a classic banana bread recipe.
It is moist, fluffy, and packed with flavor.

It can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert.

CONS

This bread can be high in sugar and calories, especially if you add the topping.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The preparation time can be longer than other bread recipes due to mashing the bananas and toasting the coconut.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Bananas are a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, which support heart health, improve digestion, and boost the immune system. Coconut is rich in fiber and beneficial fats, which can promote digestion, reduce inflammation, and improve brain function.

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