Craving a tropical treat? This Pineapple Quick Bread is the perfect mix of sweet and tangy!
Ingredients:
2 cups flour
1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (drained, reserving 2 tablespoons juice for the glaze)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup sugar
3 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 egg (beaten)
For the glaze:
1⅓ cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons pineapple juice (reserved from the can)
Directions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Cream Ingredients:
In a large bowl, cream together softened cream cheese and sugar.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
Mix in the beaten egg and vanilla extract. Add sour cream, ensuring a smooth blend.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually combine these dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
Fold in Pineapple:
Gently fold in the pineapple chunks , setting aside 2 tablespoons for the glaze.
Transfer Batter:
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, leveling the top.
Bake: Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool Bread:
Allow the bread to sit in the pan for 10 minutes, then move it to a wire rack to cool thoroughly.
For the Glaze:
Mix Glaze:
Combine powdered sugar with the 2 tablespoons of reserved pineapple juice until smooth.
Drizzle Glaze:
Generously drizzle the glaze over the completely cooled bread. Allow a few moments for the glaze to set.
Your Pineapple Quick Bread is now ready to be sliced and enjoyed. Pair it with your favorite hot beverage to savor the burst of flavors!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Kcal: 240 kcal per serving | Servings: 8 servings