Pineapple Bread
Pineapple Bread is a moist, sweet loaf infused with crushed pineapple and a tropical flavor. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Loaf Pan
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained, juice reserved
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and vanilla until frothy. Stir in melted butter.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with crushed pineapple.
- Fold in optional nuts or coconut if using.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with reserved pineapple juice if desired.
Notes
For a sweeter loaf, increase sugar by 1/4 cup. For a more tropical flavor, add a splash of rum extract or top with a pineapple glaze.