Banana Bread with Coconut Rum

Infuse your classic banana bread with a tropical twist by trying this decadent Banana Bread with Coconut Rum recipe. Featuring the natural sweetness of overripe bananas, a hint of toasted coconut, and the warm, aromatic notes of coconut rum, this moist and flavorful loaf is anything but ordinary. Perfectly golden on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, this recipe comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time. With optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or walnuts, you can customize it to suit your sweet tooth. Ideal as a brunch centerpiece, an afternoon treat, or even as a rich dessert, this banana bread pairs beautifully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Plus, it’s the perfect way to use up those spotty bananas lurking on your counter!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 pcs Overripe bananas
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 pcs Eggs
• 2 tbsp Coconut rum
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.5 cup Shredded coconut (unsweetened)
• 0.5 cup Optional: chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

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 large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Stir in the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, coconut rum, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the shredded coconut and optional add-ins like chocolate chips or chopped walnuts, if desired.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1319.1 grams (1319.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4034

Total Fat 180.00g	231%
Saturated Fat 118.80g	594%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 2529mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 557.70g	203%
Dietary Fiber 35.90g	128%
Total Sugars 296.80g
Protein 55.50g	111%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 256mg	20%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 2620mg	56%

*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: 39.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 54.8%