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Pineapple Coconut Bread

Delicious Pineapple Coconut Bread for a Tropical Getaway

This Pineapple Coconut Bread blends sweet pineapple and rich coconut, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt do not omit
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut use sweetened if preferred
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple fresh can be used if finely chopped and drained
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can substitute with coconut oil
  • 2 large Eggs no substitutes recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract replace with coconut extract for enhanced flavor
  • 1 cup Buttermilk coconut milk can be used for coconut flavor
For Serving Suggestions
  • 1 bowl Tropical Fruit Salad brings added flavor and nutrition
  • 2 cups Coconut Tea excellent pairing
  • 2 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream pairs beautifully with the bread

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and coconut.
  3. In another bowl, blend the melted butter, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk, and crushed pineapple until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
  6. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For added crunch, fold in ½ cup of chopped macadamia nuts or walnuts before baking.

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