If you’re looking for a sweet, moist, and delightfully tropical twist on traditional quick bread, look no further than Pineapple Quick Bread. This easy-to-make treat is bursting with juicy pineapple flavor, has just the right touch of spice, and can be enjoyed as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or light dessert. Best of all, it requires no yeast or rising time—just mix, bake, and enjoy!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Simple Ingredients – Uses pantry staples plus canned or fresh pineapple.
Quick & Easy – No kneading or waiting. Just mix and bake!
Deliciously Moist – Pineapple adds natural sweetness and moisture.
Versatile – Great with nuts, coconut, or a cream cheese glaze.
🍍 Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice, not drained)
½ cup chopped nuts (optional – walnuts or pecans work great)
½ cup shredded coconut (optional, for a tropical vibe)
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Stir until smooth.
Add the pineapple (with juice) to the wet ingredients and mix well.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix.
Fold in the nuts and/or coconut, if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍰 Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a pat of butter.
Toast slices and top with cream cheese or jam.
Drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and pineapple juice for extra sweetness.
🧊 Storage Tips
Room Temp: Wrap tightly and store for up to 3 days.
Fridge: Keeps well for up to 1 week.
Freezer: Freeze individual slices or the whole loaf for up to 3 months.
🌴 Final Thoughts
Pineapple Quick Bread brings a sunshine-sweet flavor to your kitchen in under an hour. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen newbie, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Try it once, and it may just become your new go-to!