Banana Bread Recipe Maui

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted for a light crumb)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda (for natural leavening)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (to enhance sweetness)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (adds warm island-inspired spice)
• 3 large ripe Maui bananas (mashed until smooth)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for balanced sweetness)
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (enhances aroma)
• 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts (adds crunch and tropical flavor)
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (for authentic Maui texture)
• 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (for a rich, melty surprise)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (to deepen the spice profile)