Coconut Lime Banana Bread Recipe
Because tropical vacations are expensive and carbs are cheaper.
So you’ve got bananas dying on the counter again? Fabulous. Toss in coconut, add a splash of lime, and boom—vacation bread. This vegan loaf tastes like it belongs on a beach with a tiny umbrella drink in its hand. It’s fluffy, tangy, sweet, and makes your kitchen smell like a yoga retreat you can’t afford. And the best part? No animal products, no weird guilt, just a slice of sunshine. Bake it when your mood needs SPF 50 or when your brunch table demands applause. Either way, it’s citrusy chaos in a loaf pan, and we love her.
Coconut Lime Banana Bread Recipe
A vibrant, tropical-inspired banana bread bursting with shredded coconut and zesty lime, baked into one soft, sweet, sunshiny vegan loaf.
Ingredients
Banana Bread:
- 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup organic cane sugar
- 1/4 cup lime juice fresh, not bottled lies
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup non-dairy milk coconut milk is fabulous here
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional Topping:
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut
- A dash of lime zest for flair
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment like the domestic goddess you are.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas until beautifully broken.
- Stir in coconut oil, sugar, lime juice, zest, milk, and vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients. Stir until just combined—don’t beat it like it owes you rent.
- Fold in shredded coconut like you mean it.
- Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top gently, like applying under-eye cream.
- Sprinkle extra coconut and lime zest on top if you’re feeling fancy.
- Bake for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean-ish but not soggy.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Slice, serve, and pretend you’re in Bali.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Folate: 6%
- Potassium: 10%
- Iron: 5%
- Magnesium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use toasted coconut for extra texture and flavor depth.
- Sub half the flour for oat flour if you’re in a “clean eating” era.
- Add a splash of coconut extract for drama.
- Lime zest is not optional—it’s the Beyoncé of this loaf.
- This pairs beautifully with iced coconut milk lattes and self-love.
