Pineapple Quick Bread

This Pineapple Quick Bread is a tropical delight, featuring a moist and tender crumb infused with pineapple flavor. The glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish that perfectly complements the bread. It’s an excellent choice for a light breakfast, a delicious snack, or a delightful dessert.

Pineapple Quick Bread

Pineapple Quick Bread is a delightful, moist loaf bursting with the tropical flavors of pineapple. This easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, and it’s finished with a luscious pineapple glaze that adds an extra touch of sweetness.

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

⅛ tsp salt
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained, liquid reserved
2 large eggs
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup reserved pineapple liquid
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp milk
2 tsp baking powder

For the Glaze:

2 tbsp reserved pineapple liquid
1 cup confectioners sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prep:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a loaf pan generously to prevent sticking.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder to ensure they are well combined and free of lumps.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar:

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar.
Beat them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

4. Add Eggs:

Add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly until fully incorporated.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

Gradually alternate between adding the reserved ¼ cup of pineapple liquid and the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the milk until the batter is smooth.

6. Add Pineapple:

Gently fold the crushed pineapple into the batter, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

7. Bake:

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool:

Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.

9. Prepare the Glaze:

In a small bowl, mix together the 2 tbsp of reserved pineapple liquid, confectioners sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

10. Glaze the Bread:

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf.
Allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Tips for Perfect Pineapple Quick Bread:

Softened Butter: Make sure the butter is at room temperature to ensure it creams smoothly with the sugar.
Draining Pineapple: Drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent excess moisture in the batter, which can affect the texture.
Even Baking: Check the bread at the 50-minute mark with a skewer to avoid over-baking, which can dry out the loaf.
Cool Before Glazing: Ensure the bread is fully cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and running off.

Enjoy this tropical treat with a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect start to your day or a delightful afternoon snack!