Pineapple Quick Bread – A Slice of Tropical Bliss
Brighten your day with this moist and flavorful Pineapple Quick Bread that transports you to a tropical paradise! Enjoy a slice and savor the sunshine!
Ingredients:
– cup vegetable oil
– 1 cup crushed pineapple with juice
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp baking powder
– tsp salt
– cup chopped nuts or shredded coconut optional
For the Glaze:
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2-3 tbsp pineapple juice
– Crushed nuts or coconut for garnish optional
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients until they are well mixed.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy. Add the crushed pineapple including juice, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
4. Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Take care not to overmix. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts or shredded coconut at this stage for added texture.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Once baked, allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.
7. For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar with pineapple juice in a small bowl until you achieve a smooth consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and, if desired, sprinkle crushed nuts or coconut on top for decoration.
8. Slice the bread and enjoy each tropical bite!
Nutritional Information: This recipe yields about 12 servings, with each slice containing approximately 180 calories, 6g fat, 30g carbohydrates, and 2g protein values may vary based on portion size and specific ingredients used.
Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 60 minutes