“A tropical twist on classic banana bread, packed with pineapple, coconut, and nuts. This moist and flavorful bread will transport your taste buds to paradise!”

Ingredients

For the Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1/3 cup shredded coconut
• 1/3 cup chopped macadamia nuts or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients