This Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the subtle freshness of zucchini. It’s perfect for a snack, breakfast, or a light dessert. Each slice offers a delightful blend of tropical and garden-fresh flavors that make it truly heavenly!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the shredded zucchini, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans if using.
- Bake the Bread:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy your Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread with a cup of tea or coffee!
Servings and Timing
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 55-65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Serving Size: 10 servings
Notes
- For a touch of extra sweetness, consider adding a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
Conclusion
Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread is a delightful treat that brings together tropical pineapple and garden-fresh zucchini in a moist, flavorful loaf. It’s perfect for any time of day and pairs wonderfully with a hot beverage.
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Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Description
This Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the subtle freshness of zucchini. It’s perfect for a snack, breakfast, or a light dessert. Each slice offers a delightful blend of tropical and garden-fresh flavors that make it truly heavenly!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. - Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the shredded zucchini, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract. - Combine Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans if using. - Bake the Bread:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. - Serve:
Slice and enjoy your Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread with a cup of tea or coffee!
Notes
For added sweetness, you can drizzle a glaze of powdered sugar mixed with a bit of pineapple juice over the cooled bread. This bread is great for breakfast or as a light snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes