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Let me share my favorite Pineapple Quick Bread recipe that brings a taste of the tropics right to your kitchen! This bread is incredibly moist and tender with bursts of sweet pineapple in every bite. I love how simple it is to make but tastes like something special perfect for breakfast snacks or dessert.
What Makes It Special
What I love about this bread is how that bright pineapple flavor shines through making every slice taste like sunshine. The fruit keeps everything so moist and when you add that sweet glaze on top it's absolutely irresistible. It's become my go-to recipe when I want something a little different from regular quick breads.
What You'll Need
- For the Bread:
- All-purpose flour (1 ½ cups)
- Just a pinch of salt
- Baking powder for lift
- Soft butter for richness
- Sugar for sweetness
- Fresh eggs
- Crushed pineapple well drained
- Pineapple juice
- A splash of milk
- For the Glaze:
- Powdered sugar
- More pineapple juice
- Pure vanilla extract
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Let's Start Baking
- Get Ready:
- Heat your oven to 350°F grease your loaf pan.
- Mix Your Dry Team:
- Sift your flour salt and baking powder together.
- Cream With Love:
- Beat that butter and sugar until it's light and fluffy.
- Build Your Batter:
- Add eggs then alternate wet and dry ingredients fold in your pineapple.
- Time to Bake:
- Pour into your pan bake until golden and perfect about 50-55 minutes.
The Perfect Finish
While your bread cools mix up that amazing glaze with powdered sugar pineapple juice and vanilla. Once everything's cool drizzle it all over the top let it set before slicing it's worth the wait!
Make It Your Own
I love playing with this recipe! Sometimes I add chopped pecans or coconut flakes for crunch. A dash of cinnamon makes it cozy or try it vegan with plant-based swaps it's so adaptable.
My Best Tips
Really drain that pineapple well extra moisture changes everything. Don't overmix your batter we want it tender. Always check for doneness with a toothpick and store it right to keep it fresh.
How to Enjoy It
This bread is perfect with morning coffee or afternoon tea. Sometimes I add a dollop of whipped cream for dessert. Try it lightly toasted with butter it's amazing!
Quick Answers
- Fresh pineapple works great just dice it small and drain well
- Need gluten-free? Use your favorite blend with xanthan gum
- Freezes beautifully for up to 3 months
- Dense bread usually means too much mixing or liquid
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use fresh pineapple?
Canned works best as it's more consistent in moisture. Fresh may make bread too wet.
- → How do I store this bread?
Store in airtight container at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate up to a week.
- → Can I skip the glaze?
Yes, bread is delicious even without glaze, but glaze adds extra pineapple flavor.
- → Can I freeze this bread?
Yes, wrap well and freeze up to 3 months. Glaze after thawing.
- → Why drain the pineapple?
Too much liquid makes bread dense. Save juice for glaze and batter.