Description
This Pineapple Quick Bread is moist, tender, and packed with tropical sweetness. Made with fresh pineapple and a hint of vanilla, it’s a perfect treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Simple to make, this bread will become a favorite in your baking repertoire!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
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Prepare the dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
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Mix the wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the drained crushed pineapple and buttermilk, combining until everything is well incorporated.
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Combine the dry and wet ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped nuts, if using.
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Bake the bread:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve:
- Slice and enjoy this delicious, tropical bread! It’s perfect for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or for sharing at gatherings.
Notes
- You can substitute the buttermilk with regular milk or a non-dairy milk of your choice, though buttermilk adds a nice tang to the bread.
- For extra sweetness, you can glaze the bread with a simple powdered sugar glaze or drizzle honey on top before serving.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg