Overripe bananas? Don’t toss them! 🍌 Turn them into a tropical sunset loaf that’s soft, fruity, and full of late-summer flavor. Juicy peaches, vibrant blueberries, and a coconut glow make every slice a treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Optional citrus glaze adds a bright, tropical finishing touch. 🌅✨
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Soft, bakery-style texture without refined flour
- Seasonal, late-summer fruits make it naturally colorful and juicy
- Wholesome, healthier ingredients like oat and almond flour, coconut sugar, and fresh fruit
- Optional citrus glaze adds a bright, tropical finish
- Perfect for breakfast, afternoon snack, or sharing with friends
Ingredients:
🍯 Wet Ingredients:
-½ cup coconut oil, melted
-½ cup coconut sugar
-3 ripe bananas, mashed
-2 eggs
-1 tsp vanilla extract
-zest of 1 lime or orange
🌾 Dry Ingredients:
-1 cup oat flour
-1 cup almond flour
-½ cup collagen powder
-1 tsp baking soda
-½ tsp salt
🍑🫐 Mix-ins & Topping:
-1–2 peaches, sliced or chopped
-½ cup blueberries
-⅓ cup shredded coconut (plus extra for topping)
🍋 Optional Glaze:
-½ cup powdered sugar
-juice of 1 lime or orange (add 1 tbsp at a time to desired consistency)
Instructions:
🥣 1. Prep Your Pan & Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or grease well.
🍯 2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together coconut oil and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, mashed bananas, vanilla extract, and zest.
🌾 3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together oat flour, almond flour, collagen powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined — don’t overmix.
🍑🫐 4. Fold in Mix-ins:
Gently fold in peaches, blueberries, and shredded coconut.
🍪 5. Assemble & Top:
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle with extra shredded coconut.
🔥 6. Bake:
Bake for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.
⏱ 7. Cool & Optional Glaze:
Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with the optional citrus glaze. Slice and enjoy!
Tips & Notes:
- Overripe bananas work best for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- The loaf is naturally sweet with coconut sugar, but the optional glaze adds a bright tropical finish.
- Perfect for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or sharing with friends.
- Swap lime zest for orange zest to slightly change the citrus profile.
There’s something magical about taking overripe bananas and turning them into a soft, tropical loaf bursting with late-summer flavor. This Tropical Sunset Banana Bread is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a shareable treat with friends and family. The peaches, blueberries, and coconut create a naturally colorful, feel-good loaf, and the optional citrus glaze adds a bright, finishing touch.
💡 Tip: Keep this recipe handy for when you want a wholesome, fruit-forward treat that feels indulgent but uses real ingredients.
I’d love to hear from you — which late-summer fruit combo is your favorite to bake with? Tag me on Instagram @theglowgirlwellness if you try this loaf, and let me know! 📸💖