Description
This Easy, Moist Pineapple Banana Bread is a tropical twist on a classic favorite. With the sweetness of ripe bananas and the tangy burst of crushed pineapple, it’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Simple to make and hard to resist, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Stir in the mashed bananas and crushed pineapple until well combined.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in the nuts, if using.
Step 6: Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7: Cool and Serve
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use Ripe Bananas: Overripe bananas with brown spots yield the sweetest flavor.
- Drain the Pineapple Well: Too much liquid can make the bread too moist.
- Don’t Overmix: Overmixing can make the bread dense instead of fluffy.
- Customize: Add shredded coconut, raisins, or chocolate chips for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Cuisine: American