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Hawaiian Pineapple Banana Bread Recipe

by Joanna Stephens Published: Feb 21, 2018 · Updated: Dec 7, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. We earn commission from purchases made. ·

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Pineapple banana bread sliced on a cutting board.
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pineapple banana bread on a serving tray with little slices of banana

Pineapple Banana Bread Recipe

Pineapple banana bread is a fun new twist off of the regular old banana bread! Seriously, you won't look at another recipe the same after you have tried this! Every bite of pineapple mixed with the deliciously moist banana bread will have you craving more and more.

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Can't you just see yourself with a thick slice of this banana and pineapple bread? It's perfect for a late night dessert, or a fruity breakfast meal!

Pineapple Banana Bread loaf

Banana Pineapple Bread Recipe Tips:

Why is my banana bread not cooking all the way through? Here are a few reasons:

  • use a metal or non-stick loaf pan (8x4 or 9x5 will both work, one will just be taller than the other)
  • always check the expiration date of your baking soda before using as this can cause a longer cooking time
  • glass and thick ceramic loaf pans will cause a longer cooking time
  • if you live in a high altitude, your cooking time will also be longer

What kind of Pineapple should I use for this banana bread?

I like using pineapple tidbits, but you can also use fresh pineapple that is chopped into small pieces.

If you want to use crushed pineapple, make sure to drain the pineapple really well or it can make this batter more soggy and affect the cooking time.

So...are you ready to try this delicious banana and pineapple bread? I thought so! Read on for the recipe. 🙂

Sliced Pineapple Banana Bread on a cutting board to show the pineapple chunks in the bread

Pineapple banana bread Ingredients List

Here's what you will need to make this moist banana pineapple bread:

  • ½ cup salted butter (melted)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 medium bananas (brown preferably as they are sweeter)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 cup chopped pineapples or pineapple tidbits (drained)
Bananas starting to turn brown hanging on a banana holder
If you like my banana holder you can find it on amazon here.

Step by Step Directions on how to make this tropical banana bread

Before you start making the pineapple banana bread, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.Then, I like to peel the bananas and put them into my mixing bowl.

Using a whisk attachment on your Kitchenaid mixer, mash the bananas for a couple of minutes. Another tip to note: use bananas that are nice and ripe/turning brown. As they turn brown, they taste sweeter.

Bananas mashed with a whisk attachment in a mixing bowl

Next, melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl just until melted. Then, pour that liquid gold into the mixing bowl with the mashed bananas!

Melted butter in a bowl.

Next, you will add in both of the sugars and the eggs. Then, mix for about a minute until smooth.

From their you will add the vanilla and baking soda and mix until fully incorporated.

Adding the eggs and sugar to the mixing bowl.

The next step to making the pineapple banana bread is to add the flour. I like to mix in ½ cup at a time.

Make sure to scrape the edges and all around the bowl with a rubber spatula so that there is no flour left behind!

Adding flour to the batter.

After all the flour is is mixed, you will add the pineapple chunks. I used some canned pineapple slices and cut them into small pieces, using about half of the can.

You could also use pineapple tidbits (so no cutting needed) or even some fresh pineapple for a stronger pineapple taste!

One important thing to note is to drain the pineapples, as you won't need the juice, just the pineapples.

Canned pineapple slices for the banana bread.

Then, you will stir the chopped pineapple into the banana bread batter with a rubber spatula. I don't like using the whisk attachment for this because it breaks the pineapples up too much.

Adding the pineapples to the banana bread batter in the mixing bowl

Next, you will pour the pineapple banana bread batter into a greased loaf pan. I used the 8x4 ceramic coated loaf pan that can be found here on Amazon.

Then, bake the pineapple banana bread for 55-60 minutes, rotating about halfway into the cooking time. I also put a pan under the loaf pan to prevent any messes.

Pineapple Banana Bread in a loaf pan on a cookie sheet in the oven

Let the pineapple banana bread cool for at least 20 minutes. It's easier said than done because it smells so good when you pull it out of the oven.

Then, enjoy! Also, make sure to wrap up and refrigerate the leftovers, if there are any. 😉

The loaf of pineapple banana bread placed on a plate and ready to eat.

Thank you for reading my pineapple banana bread recipe! Please comment below and let me know what you think.

Also, don't forget to share and pin this recipe so you can make it too! If you enjoyed this, I have another banana bread recipe for you to try too: chocolate chip banana bread. It will easily make your love of banana bread double if not quadruple in size!

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pineapple banana bread sliced on a cutting board with bananas behind the bread
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Pineapple Banana Bread Recipe

This banana and pineapple bread is the perfect snack, breakfast, or even a light dessert! It's easy to make, but oh-so-tasty. 

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword banana pineapple bread, pineapple banana bread
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 10 slices
Calories 299 kcal
Author Joanna Stephens

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup salted butter (melted)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 medium bananas going brown preferably as they are sweeter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped pineapples or pineapple tidbits drained

Instructions

Directions:

  1. Pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, peel the bananas and put them into your mixing bowl.
  2. Using the whisk attachment, run this for about a minute until the bananas are niced and mashed up.
  3. Then, place the butter in a microwave safe bowl and heat for about 10-20 seconds until melted. Add this to your mashed bananas in your mixing bowl.
  4. Next, add both the brown sugar, the granulated sugar, and the eggs and mix until smooth for about a minute. Add your vanilla and baking soda next and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Finally, you will add the flour ½ cup at a time, making sure to mix well between each addition. The last step is to add the drained pineapples to the batter and stir until they are evenly distributed.

  6. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan or ceramic non-stick loaf pan and cook for 55-60 minutes. Rotate half-way through the cooking time.
Nutrition Facts
Pineapple Banana Bread Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 299 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 57mg19%
Sodium 207mg9%
Potassium 245mg7%
Carbohydrates 50g17%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 30g33%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 373IU7%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 26mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Kayla

    April 29, 2019 at 7:42 am

    5 stars
    Delicious!! My whole family (including the kiddos) loved the pineapple banana bread! I even done one with cherries and chocolate that was a hit. Next, i'm using strawberries. This will be my go-to recipe from now on because I know it's a no fail with whatever I choose! Thank you.

    Reply
  2. Lorraine

    April 19, 2019 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    Just made this as 12 muffins—used paper liners in a muffin tin and baked for about 22 minutes. Enjoyed by the whole family! Thanks so much!!

    Reply
  3. Lisa

    April 02, 2019 at 4:10 pm

    Just made this and added coconut and pecans! It's in the oven....I hope it turns out!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      April 02, 2019 at 4:25 pm

      Oooh, those sound like some great additions Lisa! Let me know how you like it. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Becky Hillesheim

    February 16, 2019 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    I love banana bread but have always been unhappy with how dry mine always was. This recipe is absolutely wonderful! So moist and flavorful and so easy! I make this all the time now, sometimes adding pecans or macadamia nuts. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      February 18, 2019 at 7:17 pm

      I'm so glad you enjoy this banana bread recipe! I love your idea of adding in macadamia nuts or even pecans. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Willette Mitchell

    February 10, 2019 at 3:29 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks for the recipe Joanna. I added half cup walnuts and half cup craisins. I also used a bundt cake pan. In the oven now. I can’t wait to try it.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      February 11, 2019 at 2:33 pm

      You are so welcome Willette! I love your choice of add-ins. Sounds like a winning combination. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Courtney

    February 08, 2019 at 6:44 am

    Absolutely wonderful! My whole family loved it!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      February 08, 2019 at 9:34 am

      That's wonderful! I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed it. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kathryn Spark

    February 06, 2019 at 7:11 pm

    This recipe looks so delicious! I am wondering if you drain the pineapple tidbits before using?
    Looking forward to your reply.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      February 07, 2019 at 11:08 am

      Hi Kathryn! The best thing to do would be to drain the pineapple before using. Thanks for asking! I will update my directions. Let me know how it turns out for you! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Cynthia

    December 14, 2018 at 7:37 am

    I ran across this recipe in Pintrest, and had to let you know that I can't wait to try it! After the recipe, you linked your chocolate chip banana recipe. This got me to wondering, why not add the chocolate chips to this recipe? I am going to try it. I do have one concern. I worry that it will be so good, that it will disappear so quickly, that I will have to make another one right away! Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      December 14, 2018 at 6:42 pm

      That sounds like an amazing idea Cynthia! I like the way you think. 🙂 Definitely going to try this out!! White chocolate chips might also be a delicious addition to this pineapple banana bread.

      Reply
  9. Molly

    December 10, 2018 at 11:05 pm

    Just stumbled upon your recipe!
    Sounds very interesting yummy!
    Will be trying it out later today.
    Thanks for sharing!??

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      December 12, 2018 at 9:44 am

      Thank you Molly, I hope you enjoyed this pineapple banana bread! It's one of my family's favorite. 🙂

      Reply
  10. Elsa

    December 10, 2018 at 7:42 pm

    Can you use coconut flour instead of white flour?

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      December 12, 2018 at 9:44 am

      Elsa, I have never tried it with coconut flour, but if you do try it please let me know!

      Reply
  11. Jeff

    November 08, 2018 at 9:40 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve had banana bread but this is the first time I’ve ever eaten it with pineapples giving it a real Hawaiian taste. I made a double batch and put it in a 4” x 13” loaf pan for an extra large loaf. ?

    Reply
  12. Diane

    November 07, 2018 at 5:53 pm

    4 stars
    It was a wonderful recipe.....the little loaves were very tasty and tender! I will make it again......

    Reply
  13. geraldine

    October 19, 2018 at 1:56 pm

    Hi!I made this just now!I'm in south Africa! It's cooling!can't wait to try in the morning with my coffee.thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  14. Robin Jamison

    October 14, 2018 at 12:09 pm

    Love this recipe, Joanna! I made it last night . . . it won't last long 😉

    Reply
  15. Caroline

    September 19, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    Sounds like a tasty twist on banana bread, which is always a good option with overripe bananas.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 22, 2018 at 10:09 am

      Oh yes Caroline, I love making Pineapple banana bread when I have too many overripe bananas!

      Reply
  16. Jacqueline Meldrum

    September 19, 2018 at 2:06 pm

    What a great idea to add pineapple! I make a lot of banana bread so I'll have to try this. YUM!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 22, 2018 at 10:08 am

      Thanks Jacqueline! If you like banana bread, you will LOVE pineapple banana bread. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Deepika

    September 19, 2018 at 1:15 pm

    I never added Pineapple to my Banana Bread before. Next time adding it for sure. It will be perfect for my cup of coffee.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 22, 2018 at 10:07 am

      You will love it Deepika! Pineapple pairs so well with banana bread.

      Reply
  18. Meredith

    September 19, 2018 at 1:14 pm

    I love the idea of adding pineapple to banana bread... sounds so delicious! Have you ever also added coconut? I imagine it would be delicious. Can not wait to try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 22, 2018 at 10:06 am

      I personally haven't but another one of my readers said she added coconut with it and she loved it! Let me know how it turns out for you. 🙂

      Reply
  19. Lisa Bynum

    September 19, 2018 at 1:09 pm

    The next time I make banana bread, I am definitely adding some pineapple to it!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 22, 2018 at 10:05 am

      You won't regret it Lisa! Pineapple banana bread is such a fun twist off of the original. 🙂

      Reply
  20. georgie

    September 19, 2018 at 1:07 pm

    this would be so good with an afternoon cup of tea! i love the combination of pineapple and banana! sounds so tropical!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 22, 2018 at 10:04 am

      Pineapple banana bread really is a great tropical dessert. Glad you like it Georgie!

      Reply
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