Caribbean Coconut Banana Bread

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this irresistible Caribbean Coconut Banana Bread! Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and enhanced by warm cinnamon spice, this moist loaf takes a flavorful twist with the addition of rich coconut milk and unsweetened shredded coconut. Golden-brown and perfectly tender, each bite delivers a harmonious blend of banana and coconut, giving it a distinct island-inspired charm. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection, this recipe is a breeze for both novice and seasoned bakers. Perfect as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or decadent dessert, it’s a versatile loaf that pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, or a dollop of butter. Dive into this tropical delight today and savor the taste of the Caribbean in every slice!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 0.25 cup coconut milk

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel the bananas and mash them in a large mixing bowl until smooth.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the shredded coconut and coconut milk until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with the spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy your Caribbean Coconut Banana Bread as is, or with a spread of butter for extra indulgence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1138.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3350.8

Total Fat 149.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 630.3mg	0%
Sodium 2868.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 475.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.5g	0%
Total Sugars 238.6g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 207.7mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 2169.1mg	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: 39.2%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 55.4%