Whole Grain Banana Coconut Bread

Moist, wholesome, and naturally sweet, this Whole Grain Banana Coconut Bread is the perfect harmony of tropical flavors and hearty goodness. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, ripe bananas, and unsweetened shredded coconut, this bread delivers a guilt-free indulgence that’s both satisfying and delicious. Coconut oil and applesauce ensure a tender crumb, while optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips add customizable bursts of texture. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of under an hour, this recipe is an effortless way to whip up a nutritious treat perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Plus, it's easily adaptable for dairy-free diets! Serve it warm with a smear of butter or your favorite topping for a crowd-pleasing bite every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 0.25 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 0.5 cup optional mix-ins (e.g., chopped nuts, chocolate chips)

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

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the shredded coconut, brown sugar, applesauce, coconut oil, vanilla extract, eggs, and milk until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

If using optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

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 before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1111.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2840.3

Total Fat 137.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 377mg	0%
Sodium 2860.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 377.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.8g	0%
Total Sugars 173.7g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 107IU	0%
Calcium 368.8mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 3208.6mg	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: 41.6%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 50.6%