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🍍 Pineapple Quick Bread Recipe 🍞

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This Pineapple Quick Bread is a moist, tropical treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack. The sweet pineapple adds a delightful flavor, and it’s quick and easy to make!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda 🌾
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 🌾
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 🌿
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar 🍬
  • 2 large eggs 🥚
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
  • 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple with juice 🍍
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) 🥜

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat your oven:
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

  1. Mix dry ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.

3. Mix the Wet Ingredients:

  1. Cream the butter and sugar:
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  1. Add eggs and vanilla:
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

  1. Add the pineapple:
  • Stir in the crushed pineapple along with its juice until well combined.
  1. Fold in the dry ingredients:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  1. Add nuts (optional):
  • Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans, if using.

5. Bake the Bread:

  1. Pour the batter into the pan:
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Cool and Serve:

  1. Cool the bread:
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  1. Slice and serve:
  • Once cooled, slice and enjoy! You can serve it plain or with a spread of butter or cream cheese.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 50-60 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8-10 slices
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal per slice

This Pineapple Quick Bread is soft, sweet, and full of tropical flavors. It’s the perfect easy-to-make bread that you can enjoy any time of day! 🍍🍞