Friday, September 20, 2024

Tropical Pineapple Quick Bread

Description:
Dive into the tropical sweetness of this Pineapple Quick Bread, blending the flavors of crushed pineapple, tangy lemon, and a hint of creamy butter. A slice of paradise awaits!

Ingredients:

  • For the Bread:
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained (reserve the liquid)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup pineapple liquid (from crushed pineapple can)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • For the Glaze:
  • 2 tbsp pineapple liquid (from crushed pineapple can)
  • 1 cup confectioners sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder to ensure uniformity.

Step 3: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat them together until achieving a smooth consistency.

Step 4: Introduce the eggs into the butter and sugar mixture, mixing thoroughly.

Step 5: Gradually alternate between adding the reserved ¼ cup of pineapple liquid and the previously sifted dry ingredients into the mixture, ensuring they integrate seamlessly.

Step 6: Integrate the milk into the aforementioned mixture.

Step 7: Delicately incorporate the crushed pineapple into the batter.

Step 8: Transfer the batter into a greased loaf pan and spread it uniformly.

Step 9: Bake the mixture in the preheated oven for approximately 50-55 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10: Allow the loaf to cool for 10-15 minutes within the pan, then transfer it to a cooling rack to finish the cooling process.

Step 11: In a small bowl, combine the glaze ingredients, ensuring a smooth consistency. Drizzle this glaze over the fully cooled loaf. Let the glaze set before serving.

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 10 servings): Calories: 240 | Total Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 120mg | Total Carbohydrates: 36g | Dietary Fiber: 1g | Sugars: 22g | Protein: 3g