Easy Pineapple Coconut Bread

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This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you’re on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

Easy Pineapple Coconut Bread

Summer break has officially ended, which means the kids are unfortunately back in school and I’m back to work. 

While I wish we could all still be lounging on a tropical island somewhere, today’s treat is the perfect pick-me-up. 

Today I’m sharing how to make my Delicious and Easy Pineapple Coconut Bread which is my favorite go-to dessert when I want to feel like I’m still on a tropical vacation. 

It’s made quick and simple with a boxed cake mix and is SO good!

If you want to learn how to make my Pineapple Coconut Bread, then keep reading below and check out my Youtube video tutorial over here.

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Easy Coconut Pineapple Bread

You guys, this coconut pineapple bread is where it’s at!

  • Craving pineapple? Check!
  • Needing some coconut in your life? Check!
  • A sweet glaze that hits the spot? Check!

I made this pineapple bread just last weekend and it was a huge hit in the Owens’ Household.

The addition of crushed pineapple with juice makes it so moist and the hint of spice from the cinnamon really brings out all of the delicious flavors making it the perfect dessert.

What you’ll love about (name) recipe:

  • Simple boxed cake mix recipe – This no-fuss recipe is so easy and quick to prepare with a yellow cake mix and a few other simple ingredients.
  • Makes two loaves – This double-loaf recipe is great for sharing with others or freezing one for later!
  • Delicious tropical flavor – Pineapple, coconut, and a hint of cinnamon make for an absolutely delightful tropical-flavored dessert!

Not only is this a delicious and easy cake mix recipe, but it’s also the perfect dessert to make when you want to share the love with others!

As this recipe makes two whole loaves, it’s so easy to give a couple slices to parents, grandparents, neighbors, friends, and co-workers, or you can easily make and freeze the second loaf for enjoying later. 

In fact, this pineapple bread is one of my Papaw’s favorite and we always love to share it with him. 

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How to Make Pineapple Coconut Bread

Below you’ll find a complete list of recommended kitchen tools, ingredients, and a step-by-step tutorial on how to make this delicious coconut pineapple bread.

For full ingredient amounts and details, be sure and check out the recipe card below. 

P.S. For even more guidance, check out the full video tutorial over here! 

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Ingredients You’ll Need

1. Prepare Cake Batter

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and spray two loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. 

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, crushed pineapple, evaporated milk, eggs, and cinnamon.

Use an electric hand mixer and beat on medium-high speed until batter is smooth and combined.

Stir in coconut and pour evenly into the two greased loaf pans.

This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

2. Bake and Let Cool

Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, before transferring loaves to a wire cooling rack to cool further. 

This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

3. Prepare Glaze and Toast Coconut

While the loaves cool, prepare your glaze by combining powdered sugar and milk in a bowl and whisking together until smooth. Set aside.

Next, turn on your oven’s broiler and spread a thin layer of coconut on a large cookie sheet.

Broil in the oven until the coconut is toasted and golden, being careful to not burn. Once it starts turning a light brown color, remove from oven.

This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

4. Top with Glaze and Shredded Coconut

Next, use a spoon to drizzle the glaze over the loaves.

Immediately sprinkle the toasted coconut on top.

 

This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

5. Slice and Enjoy

Once the glaze has set, use a knife to slice off loaves and enjoy!

This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

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This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you’re on a tropical island! It’s made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix. 

  • Author: Kindly Unspoken
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 2 loaves 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Oven, Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Coconut Pineapple Bread

Glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and spray two loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, crushed pineapple, evaporated milk, eggs, and cinnamon. Using an electric hand mixer, beat on medium/high speed until batter is smooth and combined. Stir in coconut and pour evenly into the two greased loaf pans.
  3. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, before transferring loaves to a wire cooling rack to cool further.
  4. While the loaves cool, prepare your glaze by combining powdered sugar and milk in a bowl and whisking together until smooth. Set aside.
  5. Next, turn on your oven’s broiler and spread a thin layer of coconut on a large cookie sheet. Broil in the oven until the coconut is toasted and golden, being careful to not burn. Once it starts turning a light brown color, remove from oven.
  6. Next, use a spoon to drizzle the glaze over the loaves. Immediately sprinkle the toasted coconut on top.
  7. Once the glaze has set, use a knife to slice off loaves and enjoy!
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Notes

Storage and Freezer Instructions

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Let cool completely and freeze bread for up to 3 months, either individually or as a whole loaf as follows.

  • Individual: wrap individual slices in saran wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag or container.
  • Whole loaf: wrap with saran wrap, then aluminum foil, and place in a freezer-safe bag or container. Once ready to eat, thaw in fridge overnight and re-heat individual slices in the microwave.

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This delicious and easy pineapple coconut bread will have you thinking you're on a tropical vacation. This quick pineapple bread is made simple with crushed pineapple, toasted coconut, and a yellow cake mix.

128 Comments

  1. Cara, will this bread be just as good if I use a skim or no-fat milk instead of evaporated milk? It’s just that I want to make it right now but don’t have the evap. milk on hand. Thanks

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    1. Hi Annie, that should still work. Because this has pineapple in it, it’s pretty moist and using a lower fat milk shouldn’t impact things.

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    1. Yes, you can freeze it up to 3 months. Let it cool completely and wrap individual slices in saran wrap and place in a freezer safe bag or container, or you can freeze the entire loaf in a large freezer safe bag. Once ready to eat, thaw it out in the fridge overnight and then re-heat in the microwave, if desired.

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  7. This recipe looks awesome. I have one question ingredient list does not include eggs but instructions says eggs. How many eggs?

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    1. Hi Gwen! So sorry about that, I recently switched recipe card plugins and it looks like that ingredient was missing. I just updated it and it calls for 2 eggs. Hope you enjoy it! 🙂

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  8. Question: Could this sweet tropical loaf be made in a 9×13 pan? I would love to take this to a potluck but am also wondering if it would cut into squares for serving.

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    1. I think you could- but be aware that it’s more of a bread texture than a cake texture, so it could be a little crumbly. Let me know if you try it! 🙂

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  9. Hi Cara,
    I just found your blog and so happy I did! I love this recipe…can never get enough of pineapple and coconut. Thanks so much for sharing!

    I’m a new follower and I’m off to read more of your blog. Stop by and say hi when you can!

    Pat

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    1. Thanks Pat! So happy you stopped by and enjoyed the recipe! It really is a delicious dessert and very easy to re-create! 🙂

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  11. WOW! I love making quick breads, especially when they begin with a cake mix. =) This sounds scrumptious for sure. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Weekend Potluck. Please come back again soon.

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    1. You’re welcome! Gotta love the simplicity of using cake mixes! It’s one of my favorite treats to have! 🙂

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  13. What an unusual recipe! I’ve never heard of pineapple loaf before but I’d love to try it, it looks delicious!

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  14. Yum yum yum!! I’m definitely sharing this with my mother, this is something she will LOVE. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. It smells amazing! My husband came home from work and asked “what’s that amazing smell”? That’s when you know you’ve done good! 😉

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  19. This looks like the perfect dessert for when family and friends stop by.. or if you just have a sweet tooth craving 😉

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  23. Oh yummy, this sounds so good! And I love that it makes two loaves. So I could probably make us a loaf and then a couple mini loaves for giving away, perfect!

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  26. I’m with you on wanting to be on a tropical island — and with this cake 🙂 What great flavors for a sweet treat!

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  28. Oh goodness, this sweet pineapple loaf looks wonderful! I love trying new, delicious recipes, and this one looks like something I’d love! Thank you so much for sharing!!

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  29. Cara, I am not supposed to be hungry at 10pm! This post has done me in and I’m going shopping so I can make this recipe tomorrow! I really wish I had seen this early enough to go shopping today! Haha! I cannot wait to try this recipe!

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    1. Thank-you! It’s really delicious! This one with the pineapple juice makes it so moist and yummy! 🙂

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  32. YUM! This looks amazing 🙂 I’ll take two slices please… actually make that three with a side of tea 🙂

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    1. My hubs isn’t a huge coconut fan either, so usually I make one loaf with and one without. Super good either way! 😉

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  42. These look so yummy! My dad is a huge pineapple fan and always asks for something pineapple for his birthdays. Pinning this to make for him!

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  43. Wow, this looks so different from anything I’ve seen. It’s got my mouth watering a bit 🙂

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  46. Pineapple and coconut! That sounds so delicious! This really will make up my mood for an entire week! Thanks for sharing! 🙂

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  55. I’m not a fan of pineapple or coconut but my mom LOVES both and I’m always trying to surprise her with stuff. I might just make this for her and put a smile on her face one day 🙂

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  56. As someone who loves pineapple, I’m surprised to say I’ve never had a loaf like this! Thank you so much for sharing these recipes, Cara!

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    1. You’re welcome! I’m a huge fan of pineapple too and this one definitely hits the spot when I’m having a craving! Hope you’ll give it a try sometime! 🙂

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  59. Oh my gosh, this looks yummy! It seems like it would be a nice change from banana bread.

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    1. Thank-you! Don’t get me wrong I love a good banana bread but this one definitely is a nice change of pace! 🙂

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  62. Cara this looks so good. I always need a new recipe using coconut. Hold on to summer for as long as you can.

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  63. This looks sooo delicious! And way better with a glaze on top. It can totally pass for breakfast, right? haha. Thanks for sharing!!

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