Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup drained crushed pineapple (reserve juice)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup reserved pineapple juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
Glaze
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease an 8 x 4.5 or 9 x 5-inch loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking, and set it aside while you prepare the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. This helps evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt throughout the flour.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, add 1 cup sugar, ½ cup oil, 2 eggs, 1 cup drained crushed pineapple, ½ cup sour cream, ¼ cup of the reserved pineapple juice, and 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste. Whisk all these ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender and moist.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Once baking is complete, allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the bread cools, whisk together 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, 3-4 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze the Bread: Pour the pineapple glaze evenly over the cooled loaf. Let the glaze set at room temperature before slicing to ensure it adheres nicely.
Notes
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- You can substitute vanilla bean paste with vanilla extract if unavailable.
- The reserved pineapple juice adds flavor to both the batter and glaze; measure carefully for best results.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt or a vegan sour cream alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American