Banana Bread with Coconut Milk
Total Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Quick Breads
Servings: 1 loaf
Description:
This tropical-inspired Banana Bread with Coconut Milk is a wonderful way to use up leftover coconut milk while making a delicious and moist treat. With the rich flavor of coconut complementing the sweetness of ripe bananas, this bread brings a touch of the tropics to your kitchen. As with most banana bread recipes, it tastes even better the day after it’s made, giving the flavors time to meld together. Perfect for a quick snack or a light breakfast, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that requires minimal ingredients and time.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bananas | 4 ripe bananas |
| Coconut Milk | 7 1/2 oz (about 1 cup) |
| Eggs | 2 large eggs |
| Olive Oil | 1/2 cup |
| Baking Powder | 2 tsp |
| Baking Soda | 2 tsp |
| Ground Cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Nutmeg | 1/2 tsp |
| Brown Sugar | 2/3 cup |
| All-Purpose Flour | 2 – 2 1/2 cups |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3421.6 kcal |
| Total Fat | 167.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 59.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 372 mg |
| Sodium | 3466.3 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 454.1 g |
| Fiber | 20.7 g |
| Sugar | 201.5 g |
| Protein | 48.2 g |
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan with olive oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth. Add the coconut milk, eggs, and olive oil to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is well combined.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and flour. Make sure all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently. The batter will be somewhat lumpy—this is perfectly fine! Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and tender.
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Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This banana bread tastes even better the next day, as the flavors continue to develop.
Serving Tips:
This Banana Bread with Coconut Milk is perfect for an afternoon tea, as a breakfast treat, or as a sweet snack. Slice it up and serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness. Enjoy!
Keywords: Banana bread, coconut milk, tropical fruits, quick bread, fruit, nuts, easy baking, homemade bread, oven-baked, coconut recipes, < 60 mins.
