Introduction:
Pineapple Quick Bread is a very pleasing and juicy loaf that you can take for breakfast, brunch or snack. The pineapple fruity taste with quick bread’s soft texture makes it appealing to the masses and a great recipe idea to add to your collections.
Ingredients:
2 cups white flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
( option: nuts; chopped half-cup )
Directions:
Preheat and Prep: Before anything else, start by heating an oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan of 9×5-inch size using flour.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Make sure to beat sugar and butter until it is smooth in a big bowl. Add eggs one at time beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream.
Incorporate Pineapple: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in crushed pineapple and nuts if desired.
Bake: Spoon batter into prepared loaf pan and level top. Bake for 60-70 minutes until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
Cool: Allow bread to cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack before removing from pan completely.
Serving and Storage Tips:
Pineapple bread is best served slightly warm or at room temperature. For a great breakfast experience, eat it with coffee or tea.
Storage: You can store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep it longer, wrap the loaf very tightly using cellophane wrap then aluminum foil and freeze it for 3 months.
Tips for Success:
Pineapple should be drained well: This ensures that excess moisture does not get into the bread as a result of crushed pineapple.
Avoid overmixing batter: Otherwise batter will become too thick and thus make the loaf dense. Combine only till ingredients become one.
Check whether done or not: It is worth checking doneness as baking times may vary by inserting a toothpick into the center of the loaf so as to test its readiness. If a toothpick comes out clean, your loaf is ready for tasting.
Health Benefits:
Vitamin C Rich: Immune function and skin health are important due to pineapple’s high vitamin C content
Source of Fiber: Promotes digestive health through dietary fiber found here
Moderate Sugar Content: A healthy eating plan could include this bread, by making adjustments such as cutting down on sugar or using sugar substitute.
Nutrition Information (approximate per slice):
Calories: 250
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Sugars: 18g
Fat: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Varieties and substitutions:
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
Lower Sugar : Replace all or some of the sugar with natural sweeteners such as honey or a sugar substitute.
Add-ins : Customize your bread by mixing in shredded coconut, raisins, or dried cranberries.
Vegan : use flax eggs instead of eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg) and plant-based yogurt for example soy yoghurt.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Can I use fresh pineapple?
Yes, you can finely chop fresh pineapple and make sure it is well drained.
How do I make the bread more moist?
Do not over bake it and consider adding slightly more sour cream or yogurt to add extra moisture.
Can I add a glaze?
Absolutely! A simple powdered sugar glaze with pineapple juice creates an amazing effect.
What Type of Nuts Work Best?
Walnuts and pecans are awesome options; however, any nuts that you like will also work.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, Pineapple Quick Bread is a straightforward but delightful recipe that will introduce the taste of the tropics right into your kitchen. Thus, owing to its sugary fruity flavour and moistness, it is likely to become a family favourite. Just try different versions now and then with friends and relatives.
