Ready to bake? Here are the steps to make this delightful bread:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the mashed bananas and crushed pineapple until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
7. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
9. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

I’ve found that allowing the bread to cool fully is key to getting those perfect slices, even if my kids are already circling the kitchen, eager to dig in.