Tropical Bliss Banana Coconut Loaf 🍌🥥

Recipe: Banana Coconut Loaf 🍌🥥

Overview:

This delightful Banana Coconut Loaf recipe, sourced from Jean Pare’s beloved “Company’s Coming” cookbook, offers a delightful fusion of tropical flavors, enhanced with the sweetness of cherries and the crunch of walnuts. Perfect for any occasion, whether as a quick breakfast treat or a delightful dessert. This recipe promises a moist and flavorful loaf that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 1 loaf

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5x3-inch loaf pan and set aside.

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2. Mixing the Batter:

   • Break the eggs into a mixing bowl and beat until they become light and frothy.
   • Add the sugar and melted butter to the eggs, then beat well until fully incorporated.
   • Stir in the mashed banana and any desired flavorings for an extra tropical twist.

3. Combining Dry Ingredients:

   • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until all the dry ingredients are well mixed.

4. Incorporating Nuts and Cherries:

   • Add the chopped walnuts and maraschino cherries to the dry ingredients mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.

5. Final Assembly:

   • Pour the wet ingredients over the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense loaf.
   • Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

6. Baking:

   • Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

7. Cooling and Serving:

   • Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
   • After cooling slightly, carefully remove the loaf from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Storage:

   • Once cooled, wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 2840
• Fat: 131.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 86.2g
• Cholesterol: 667mg
• Sodium: 3151.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 389.9g
  • Fiber: 15.9g
  • Sugar: 222.6g
• Protein: 37.5g

Tips and Variations:

• For a healthier twist, you can substitute some of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar according to your preference or dietary needs.
• Experiment with different types of nuts or dried fruits for added texture and flavor.
• Serve slices of this Banana Coconut Loaf lightly toasted and topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey for an extra indulgent treat.
• This loaf also freezes well, so you can make a double batch and save some for later enjoyment! Just wrap slices individually and store them in the freezer for up to three months.