Ingredients
For the Bread:
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
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- 1 teaspoon baking soda
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- 1 teaspoon salt
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- 3 oz. cream cheese, softened
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- 1 cup sugar
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- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
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- 1 large egg, beaten
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- 1/2 cup sour cream
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- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained (reserve 2-3 tablespoons of juice for the glaze)
For the Glaze:
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- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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- 2-3 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
Instructions
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- Prepare the Oven and Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bread pan to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Oven and Pan
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- Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
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- Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate large bowl, beat together the egg, sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Wet Ingredients
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- Incorporate Dry and Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Then, fold in the sour cream and the crushed pineapple until evenly distributed.
- Incorporate Dry and Wet Ingredients
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- Bake the Bread
Pour the batter into the prepared bread pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Bake the Bread
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- Prepare the Glaze
In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with the reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread before slicing and serving.
- Prepare the Glaze
Notes
Enjoy this moist and flavorful Pineapple Quick Bread as a delightful snack or breakfast treat!