Banana Split Bread

Banana Split Bread

With chocolate, cherries, bananas, and pineapple, this bread machine recipe has all the same delicious flavors of your favorite ice cream treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 8 ounce can crushed pineapple

    undrained

  • 2 eggs

    lightly beaten

  • ½ cup butter

    melted

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas

    3 to 4 medium bananas

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

    240 g

  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup chopped maraschino cherries

    2 1/2 oz.

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the first ten ingredients (through baking soda) to a 1 1/2- to 2-lb. bread machine according to the manufacturer's directions. Select the quick bread or cake cycle* for 1 1/2 lb. loaf and light crust.

  2. 2

    Once the bread machine beeps, about 10 minutes into the dough mixing, add the chocolate chips and cherries to the dough. Bread machine will continue the cycle as programmed.

  3. 3

    Once bread machine has completed the cycle, let pan remain in machine an additional 15 minutes before removing. Let bread cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool completely on wire rack. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight before slicing.

Banana Split Bread

Banana Split Bread

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About this Recipe

Imagine your favorite banana split transformed into a comforting, bakeable treat. This Banana Split Bread brings all those iconic flavors—chocolate, cherries, banana, and pineapple—into a delicious loaf that's perfect for any time of day.

What makes this bread truly special is how it masterfully combines the classic comfort of banana bread with the delightful, fruity additions of a banana split. The medley of mashed ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, sweet maraschino cherries, and rich semisweet chocolate chips creates a vibrant flavor profile that's both nostalgic and incredibly satisfying.

Prepare for a wonderfully moist and tender bread, bursting with sweet fruit and rich chocolate in every bite. The natural sweetness from the bananas and brown sugar is perfectly balanced by the tartness of the pineapple and the bright pop of the cherries. Each slice offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a delightful surprise with every mouthful.

This comforting bake feels special, offering a delightful twist on a classic quick bread that's easy to achieve. It’s a fantastic way to use up those overripe bananas while creating something truly unique.

Feel free to customize your Banana Split Bread! While semisweet chocolate chips are classic, you could easily swap them for milk chocolate or even a mix of dark and white chocolate for varied richness. For an added textural contrast, consider folding in a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans, though they aren't traditionally part of a banana split, they complement the flavors beautifully.

This decadent Banana Split Bread is wonderful for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Serve it simply sliced, or for an extra special treat, a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream would truly complete the experience, leaning into its namesake dessert.

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