Pineapple Zucchini Heaven Bread

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

  1. 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.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. 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.
  4. Combine Ingredients:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
    • Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans if using.
  5. 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.
  6. 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


  • Author: Lina Judi
  • 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

Scale
  • 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

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