Banana Bilong Mi (banana And Coconut Bread)

Banana Bilong Mi, also known as Banana and Coconut Bread, is a popular dessert in Melanesian cuisine. This sweet and moist bread is made with ripe bananas and coconut, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

Vegetarian Dessert Melanesian Banana Bread Coconut Melanesian Cuisine
Banana Bilong Mi (banana And Coconut Bread)

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, coconut oil, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the shredded coconut.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
10g
Protein
3g

Supplies

9x5 inch loaf pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Banana Bilong Mi with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For added texture and flavor, sprinkle some extra shredded coconut on top of the batter before baking.

Cost

$8