Instructions
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Preheat & prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. -
Mix the dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. -
Cream butter & sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.Advertisement: -
Add eggs and wet ingredients
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the mashed bananas, yogurt, rum (or cider), and vanilla extract until blended. -
Combine dry & wet
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix on low speed just until combined. Fold in ½ cup shredded coconut. -
Bake
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of coconut over the top.
Bake at 350°F for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. -
Cool & glaze
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and place on a wire rack. While still warm, whisk together powdered sugar and lime juice. Drizzle over the top.Advertisement: -
Serve
Let cool completely. Slice and enjoy the island flavor in every bite!
Pro Tips
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For a stronger tropical taste, use piña colada yogurt and dark Jamaican rum.
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You can add chopped macadamia nuts or crushed pineapple for texture.
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Make it gluten-free by using 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
