King's Hawaiian Sweet Bread

Experience the irresistible allure of homemade King's Hawaiian Sweet Bread, a golden, pillowy delight infused with the tropical essence of crushed pineapple and a hint of honey sweetness. This beloved bread marries soft, airy texture with subtle buttery richness, making it the perfect companion for both savory and sweet dishes. Unique ingredients like canned pineapple juice elevate its flavor profile, while classic techniques like hand-kneading or stand mixer preparation ensure a perfectly elastic dough. Whether shaped into festive rolls or a stunning loaf, this sweet bread bakes up beautifully golden and can be brushed with melted butter for an extra touch of indulgence. Serve it warm alongside dinner, use it for sandwiches, or enjoy it plain as a treat that embodies comfort and nostalgia.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 4 cups Bread flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cups Crushed pineapple (canned, with juice)
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 Eggs (large)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Additional butter (for greasing and optional brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the crushed pineapple (with juice), milk, honey, and butter until just lukewarm (about 110°F). Do not let it overheat.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually add the warm pineapple mixture and the beaten eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix using a wooden spoon or the paddle attachment of a stand mixer until a sticky dough starts to form.

Step 5

Switch to the dough hook (if using a stand mixer) and knead the dough on low speed for about 8-10 minutes, or knead by hand on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Divide the dough into equal portions and form them into rolls, or shape the dough into a loaf, depending on your preference.

Step 8

Place the shaped dough into a greased baking pan or onto a lined baking sheet. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C).

Step 11

Remove from the oven and brush the tops with additional melted butter for a soft, glossy finish (optional).

Step 12

Let the bread cool slightly before serving. Enjoy its sweet, tender goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3312.6

Total Fat 78.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 536.1mg	0%
Sodium 2548.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 588.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 205.5g
Protein 78.4g	0%

Vitamin D 145.1IU	0%
Calcium 237.4mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 980.7mg	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: 21.0%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 69.7%