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Pineapple Coconut Bread for a Taste of Tropical Paradise

Delight in a slice of Pineapple Coconut Bread, a quick and versatile treat that transports you to a tropical paradise.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour for option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple well-drained
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted and warm, not hot
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk or substitute with coconut milk

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and shredded coconut.
  3. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and crushed pineapple until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Measure crushed pineapple carefully to maintain the right batter consistency. Avoid overmixing for best texture.

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