Caribbean Banana Lime Bread

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Caribbean Banana Lime Bread, a sunny twist on classic banana bread that's bursting with zesty flavor and island-inspired ingredients. Made with ripe bananas, fresh lime zest and juice, creamy coconut milk, and sweet shredded coconut, this moist and tender loaf is a flavor-packed delight. A hint of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg adds depth, while optional chopped walnuts provide a satisfying crunch. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert, this easy, one-bowl recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in an hour. Serve it warm with a smear of butter and let the tropical vibes take over! Keywords: Caribbean Banana Lime Bread, tropical flavors, coconut milk banana bread, zesty lime banana bread recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 1 large lime
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.33 cup coconut milk
• 0.5 cup shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

Peel the ripe bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl using a fork until smooth. Zest the lime and add the zest to the mashed bananas. Cut the lime in half, juice it, and add 2 tablespoons of lime juice to the bananas. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, until well incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to combine.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients while mixing gently with a spatula to avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Fold in the shredded coconut and optional walnuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and enjoy the tropical flavors of your Caribbean Banana Lime Bread. Serve plain or with a smear of butter for an extra indulgence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1219.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3200.4

Total Fat 127.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 496mg	0%
Sodium 3085.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 488.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 242.2g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 258.6mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 2372.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 58.9%