Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons coconut extract
- 1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple (do not drain)
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine butter, cream cheese, and sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and coconut extracts.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in crushed pineapple (with juice) and 1 cup of shredded coconut.
- Pour batter into prepared pan; top with remaining shredded coconut.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Measure flour correctly to avoid density issues. Tent with foil while baking to prevent burning the coconut topping. Enhance flavors by adding chopped nuts or dried fruit if desired.
