Pacific Islander Coconut Bread with Pineapple and Lime

Name: Pacific Islander Coconut Bread with Pineapple and Lime
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8–10 slices
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut; 1/2 cup crushed pineapple; 1/3 cup coconut milk; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon lime zest; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon coconut milk

A Tropical Sweet Bread Delight

Savor the tropical flavors in this moist and delicious coconut bread featuring a hint of pineapple and lime zest, perfect for breakfast or as a delightful snack.

1 h 30 min
8–10 slices
Easy

Ingredients

For the Coconut Bread

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

1/2 cup crushed pineapple

drained

1/3 cup coconut milk

1/4 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

1 tablespoon lime zest

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Lime Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon coconut milk

Preparation

Preparing the Bread Mixture

Preheat and Prepare Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

Combine Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and shredded coconut.

Combine Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, coconut milk, vegetable oil, eggs, lime zest, and vanilla extract. Mix well.

Combining Ingredients

Mix Wet and Dry

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.

Stir Batter

Stir until just combined — be careful not to overmix.

Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess moisture. Pro Tip: A pinch of nutmeg can enhance the depth of flavors in the bread.

Transfer to Pan

Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Cooking Process

Bake the Bread

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool the Bread

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Glaze the Bread

Whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth, and drizzle over the cooled bread.

Plating & Serving