Description
A deliciously moist zucchini pineapple bread that combines sweet pineapple and rich zucchini, offering a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated zucchini (squeezed of excess moisture)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Gradually add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fold in the grated zucchini and crushed pineapple into the wet ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in optional ingredients like walnuts or raisins if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Ensure the grated zucchini is well-drained to prevent sogginess. This bread can be customized with chocolate chips or spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg