Brighten your table with the unique and flavorful Pineapple Cheddar Tea Bread, a delightful blend of sweet and savory that's perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make quick bread combines the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple with the creamy tang of sharp cheddar cheese, all baked into a moist, golden loaf. With simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder, paired with rich ingredients like melted butter and vanilla extract, this recipe creates the perfect harmony of textures and flavors. Ready in just over an hour, it's a crowd-pleasing treat that works equally well as a snack, breakfast, or afternoon tea companion. Serve it plain, or spread with a touch of butter for an extra layer of indulgence.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the crushed pineapple (with juice), shredded cheddar cheese, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be thick.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Place the loaf pan into the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve at room temperature as is, or with a light spread of butter for extra indulgence.
Calories |
2637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 98.2 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.3 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 3610 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.6 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 184.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1015 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 752 mg | 16% | |
*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.