Making sweet pineapple bread in an air fryer is a delicious idea! Here’s a simple recipe you can try:
Sweet Pineapple Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Grease a 6-inch round or square cake pan that fits into your air fryer basket.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar. Beat until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- If using nuts, fold them into the batter.
- Transfer to Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Air Fry the Bread:
- Place the cake pan in the preheated air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil and continue baking until done.
- Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the bread from the air fryer and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy your sweet pineapple bread!
Feel free to experiment with adding other ingredients like shredded coconut or a glaze on top for extra flavor. Enjoy!