This pineapple nut bread recipe is a perfect blend of tropical sweetness and crunchy nuts. It's great for breakfast, snack, or dessert. The combination of juicy pineapple and toasted nuts creates a moist and flavorful bread that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Pineapple is a tropical fruit rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants.
Nuts add a healthy crunch and protein to this bread recipe.
This pineapple nut bread can be frozen for up to 3 months for future enjoyment.