Description

Tropical flavor meets homemade comfort in this irresistible Hawaiian Banana Bread. With its rich banana base, caramelized topping of sliced bananas and toasted pecans, and hints of pineapple and coconut, this loaf is the perfect mix of sweet, nutty, and fruity. Whether you’re on the hunt for easy breakfast ideas, healthy snack options, or a comforting dessert to wind down the day, this banana bread delivers every time.

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas (plus 1 extra for topping)

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)

3/4 cup brown sugar (plus 2 tbsp for topping)

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup crushed pineapple (optional but recommended)

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (plus extra for topping)

1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Non-stick spray or butter (for greasing the pan)

Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Add Topping Layer: Sprinkle 2 tbsp brown sugar at the bottom of the pan. Add a layer of chopped pecans, then arrange banana slices over the top.
Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash 3 bananas until smooth. Stir in crushed pineapple if using.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Everything Together: Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients gradually. Fold in coconut and chopped nuts.
Pour and Bake: Pour batter over banana layer in pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and Flip: Let cool in pan for 10–15 minutes, then flip onto a plate to reveal the beautiful banana-pecan topping.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
Category: Breakfast