Banana Coconut Bread

Get ready to elevate your banana bread game with this moist and flavorful Banana Coconut Bread! Featuring ripe bananas, shredded sweetened coconut, and a touch of creamy Greek yogurt, this quick bread recipe delivers a tropical twist on the classic favorite. The combination of brown sugar and melted butter creates a rich, caramelized sweetness, while optional toasted coconut flakes add an irresistible crunch. Perfectly golden and tender, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an indulgent afternoon snack. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in under an hour, Banana Coconut Bread is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup shredded sweetened coconut
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 0.25 cup optional coconut flakes for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and mix until smooth.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until no streaks of flour remain.

Step 7

Add the shredded sweetened coconut and Greek yogurt (or sour cream), mixing until evenly incorporated.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle the top with additional coconut flakes for a toasted garnish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	993.4 grams (993.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2706

Total Fat 113.80g	146%
Saturated Fat 77.10g	385%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 546mg	182%
Sodium 1481mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 387.90g	141%
Dietary Fiber 22.50g	80%
Total Sugars 197.30g
Protein 45.40g	91%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 2048mg	44%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 56.3%