Josie's Pineapple Zucchini Bread

Meet your new favorite quick bread: Josie's Pineapple Zucchini Bread, a delightful twist on a classic comfort food. This moist and tender loaf is the perfect marriage of sweet crushed pineapple and freshly grated zucchini, creating a naturally sweet flavor profile with a hint of tropical flair. Enhanced with warm cinnamon and a soft, fluffy crumb, this recipe is impossibly easy to make and comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Optional chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch, making it perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert. Baked until golden brown and aromatic, this recipe yields two generous loaves, making it ideal for sharing—or freezing for later! Whether you're looking for a creative way to use up your summer zucchini or craving a unique, homemade quick bread, this easy Pineapple Zucchini Bread is sure to become a fast favorite. Perfect for family gatherings, meal prep, or gifting to friends!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups zucchini, grated
• 8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans or line them with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the granulated sugar until well combined. Gradually mix in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Fold the grated zucchini and drained crushed pineapple into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If desired, gently fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaves comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the pans from the oven and let the bread cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the loaves to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1942.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5503.7

Total Fat 268.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.4g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 3158.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 743.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.5g	0%
Total Sugars 444.0g
Protein 73.4g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 339.7mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 2430.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.5%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 52.3%