No Sugar Banana Pineapple Bread
This naturally sweet Banana Pineapple Bread is soft, moist, and made without added sugar. Ripe bananas and crushed pineapple provide all the sweetness, making it a wholesome breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert.
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash bananas and mix with pineapple, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Stir in walnuts if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness.
- Drain pineapple well to avoid excess moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter for a tender loaf.
Tips
- Add unsweetened shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Store in an airtight container for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freeze slices for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Information (Per Slice)
- Calories: 175
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Natural Sugars: 9g
- Fat: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
Benefits
- No refined or added sugar.
- Rich in potassium from bananas.
- Contains fiber for digestive health.
- Pineapple provides vitamin C and antioxidants.
- Whole wheat flour adds extra nutrients and keeps you fuller longer.
Q&A
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Yes, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes, replace each egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
Q: Why drain the pineapple?
A: It prevents the bread from becoming overly wet or dense.
Q: Can I add chocolate chips?
A: Yes, use sugar-free chocolate chips if you want to keep it free of added sugar.