Description
This Easy Hawaiian Pineapple Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful treat combining the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple with ripe bananas. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this quick bread is simple to prepare and yields two delicious loaves with a tender crumb and warm cinnamon aroma.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained (1 can)
- 2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 4 large bananas)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Spray two loaf pans generously with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, drained crushed pineapple, and mashed ripe bananas, then mix well to combine all wet elements.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture. Stir gently just until the ingredients are combined — avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Fill Loaf Pans: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops slightly.
- Bake: Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 65 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the bread — it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool: Remove the pans from the oven and let the bread cool in the pans for 5 to 10 minutes. Then, transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure pineapple is well drained to avoid excess moisture that may affect baking texture.
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Check doneness early at 60 minutes, as ovens vary to avoid overbaking.
- Store bread wrapped in plastic or in an airtight container to keep it fresh for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-65 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
