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Pineapple Coconut Bread

Pineapple Coconut Bread: Your Slice of Tropical Paradise

Enjoy a delightful slice of Pineapple Coconut Bread, a quick and easy recipe that brings a taste of tropical paradise to your gatherings.
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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: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitution: Use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Depending on your taste, reduce sugar if using very sweet ripe pineapple.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 tsp baking soda No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 tsp salt No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Substitution: Sweetened shredded coconut can be used, but reduce sugar.
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple Drain excess juice to avoid wet batter.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Substitution: Melted coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 large eggs No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract No substitutions necessary.
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk Substitution: Use coconut milk for enhanced coconut flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and unsweetened shredded coconut. Whisk together until well-mixed.
  3. In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix the melted butter, large eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and crushed pineapple until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes.
  7. Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to enhance flavors.

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