SWEET TROPICAL LOAVES

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"These pineapple coconut loaves are so good and moist that sometimes I don't even bother to glaze them," shares Sybil Brown from Highland, California. The golden bread gets its tender, cake-like texture from handy boxed cake mix.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup evaporated milk
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 to 2 drops coconut extract, optional
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 2 minutes. Stir in coconut. , Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For glaze, in a small bowl, combine sugar and milk until smooth. Add extract if desired. Drizzle over loaves; sprinkle with coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16 mg cholesterol, Sodium 118 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 2 g protein.

M Fasial
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Overall, I'm really happy with this recipe. The loaves are delicious and they're perfect for any occasion.


Muin Shanna
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my loaves turned out dry and crumbly.


Abidjan afghan
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These loaves are perfect for a summer picnic.


Deedar Ali
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I'm allergic to pineapple, so I substituted mango instead. The loaves turned out great!


AFRIDI TRANPORT
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my loaves didn't turn out as moist as I would have liked.


Mario Ilinca
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These loaves are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Shabbir Akhtar
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I'm not a fan of coconut, but I still enjoyed these loaves. The pineapple flavor was strong enough to balance out the coconut.


Trey
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I made these loaves for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tropical flavors.


kylie leigh
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These loaves are perfect for a tropical-themed party or brunch. They're also great for gift-giving.


Vennesa Aluwani
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these loaves were to make. I'm not much of a baker, but I was able to follow the instructions easily and the loaves turned out great!


Lehyda Gracia
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These loaves turned out absolutely delicious! The coconut and pineapple flavors complemented each other perfectly, and the loaves were moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making these again!