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Coconut Banana Bread

This Coconut Banana Bread is a tropical twist on a classic! Moist bananas and chewy coconut flakes make every bite irresistible.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/3 cups mashed brown bananas about 3 large or 4 medium bananas
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil melted and slightly cooled
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 3/4 cup sweetened coconut flakes divided
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that your Coconut Banana Bread bakes evenly.
  • Grease your 9x5 inch loaf pan with a little coconut oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt. Set it aside.
  • In another bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted coconut oil, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract. Mix until well blended.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to a dense bread.
  • Gently fold in 1/2 cup of sweetened coconut flakes and the unsweetened coconut chips into the batter, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of sweetened coconut flakes on top for added texture and sweetness.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it; if the top is browning too quickly, you can tent it with foil.
  • Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for best natural sweetness and moistness.
  • Wrap leftover bread tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Try adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts for a delicious variation.
Keyword Baking, Banana Bread, Coconut, Easy