Hummingbird Bread with Heavenly Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bread

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and sugar.
3. In a large bowl, beat together oil, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in mashed bananas and crushed pineapple.
4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Stir in nuts if using.

2. Bake

• Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
• Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

3. Make the Frosting

1. Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon, and beat until creamy and fluffy.

4. Frost the Bread

• Spread the frosting over the cooled bread.
• Sprinkle extra chopped nuts or a dash of cinnamon on top if desired.

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💡 Ashley’s Tips:

• This bread can also be baked as muffins — reduce baking time to 20–25 minutes.
• For extra tropical flavor, add a few tablespoons of shredded coconut into the batter. 🥥

If you want, I can give you a speedy 30-minute version of this Hummingbird Bread that’s just as moist and heavenly! 😋