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This quick bread recipe is made with sweet crushed pineapple and toasted coconut, making it taste like a Pina Colada cocktail. When you make this Pina Colada bread, you’ll be taking a trip to the tropics without leaving your kitchen!
Do I Need Yeast To Make A Quick Bread Recipe
One of the nicest things about making quick breads is how quick and easy they are to make. Rather than using yeast to help the bread rise, quick bread recipes call for baking soda, baking powder, or both.
Those types of leavening agents cause batter to rise while it’s baking in the oven. As a result, you won’t have to wait very long to enjoy a slice of Pina Colada bread!
Is There Alcohol In Pina Colada Bread
So that everyone in the family can enjoy the bread, this quick bread recipe is non-alcoholic. If you want the bread to have rum flavor, it isn’t a problem. Just add 1/4 teaspoon of rum extract or a tablespoon of actual rum to the batter.
Can I Freeze Quick Bread
Yes, you can freeze this bread, which is a great thing, because it makes fantastic hostess gifts.
To freeze the Pina Colada bread, wait until the loaf is completely cool first. Then, tightly cover it with plastic wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil.
If properly wrapped, the quick bread should keep well frozen for 3 to 4 months.
Will This Quick Bread Recipe Work For Muffins
Most recipes for quick bread are easy to convert for making muffins instead. Just line a cupcake pan with paper liners and grease them with non-stick cooking spray.
Fill the liners two-thirds full with Pina Colada bread batter, then add toasted shredded coconut on top. Bake at 350 degrees F for 18 to 22 minutes.
Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the muffin (or the loaf). If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the bread or muffins are ready to remove from the oven.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe is only 943 calories per mini loaf.
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Pina Colada Quick Bread
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs , slightly beaten
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, melted
- 1 can crushed pineapple, 20 oz (570g)
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
Topping
- 1/3 cup remaining coconut cream
- 1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) and grease 4 mini loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, melted butter, pineapple with its juice, and 2/3 cup of coconut cream and Greek yogurt. Stir until blended. Add this mixture to the flour mixture, stirring just until moist.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the 4 mini loaf pans and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove the bread and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the topping: In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/3 cup of coconut cream with the toasted coconut flakes. Spread the mixture over the cooled loaves. Slice and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
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I don’t own mini loaf tins Will try 9x5x4 loaf pan. Sub.for yogurt, sour cream?
Yeah, you can try.
I tried sour cream- don’t! It came out as heavy as a brick
Made this for our first pool party of the year. It was a hit! I used passionfruit greek yogurt, using all the fruit in the bottom for the yogurt and finely chopped macadamia nuts in the topping. Thanks for the terrific recipes!
Hi Robin thanks for trying this Pina Colada quick bread recipe. Your version sounds yummy! Please try out more recipes on my site: https://rasamalaysia.com/recipe-index-gallery/
Hi, what is coconut cream?
Coconut cream is the thicker version of coconut milk.
Don you have to use coconut cream, or can I use coconut milk.?
You can use coconut milk. It will be lighter in taste.
Where is coconut cream located in stores? In the dairy department? Thank you.
It should be in the international aisle.
In a lot of stores it’s located by the liquor.Since it’s used to make certain drinks.
Can you use something other than greek yogurt? Regular yogurt perhaps??
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How about using a regular loaf pan?
Yes, you can try.
Will be making it soon!!!!
Awesome Marie, this quick bread is super yummy!
So yummy. Trying it super soon
Awesome, thanks for your comment.
Can this be made in a bundt pan?
I don’t recommend bundt pan but you can certainly try.
If one wanted to make this in a 4 X 8 loaf pan, how long would the baking time be?
I think the baking time should be the same or maybe 5-10 minutes longer. I don’t know for sure, you can check doneness by using a cake tester.
Nice quick bread recipe. Thanks for the notice : “If you want the bread to have rum flavor, it isn’t a problem. Just add 1/4 teaspoon of rum extract or a tablespoon of actual rum to the batter.” :)
Rum is good for everything! :)