Pineapple Zucchini Muffins: A Perfect Way to Use Up Garden Bounty
If you’ve ever found yourself with a sudden surplus of garden produce, you know the feeling of excitement mixed with a touch of panic. That was me just yesterday, when I discovered three gigantic zucchinis lurking in my garden.
I’d forgotten about my lone zucchini plant, which had been quietly going about its business, producing these impressive veggies. Since I was already planning to bake muffins for the kids’ lunches, I decided to turn my zucchini haul into something delicious.
With one eye on the garden and the other on my fridge, I remembered that I also had half a can of crushed pineapple that needed using up. A quick glance at my old family cookbook revealed a trusty zucchini bread recipe that I often turn to.
But this time, I decided to switch things up a bit. Instead of baking the usual big batch recipe that makes 5 loaves (which, while wonderful, are a bit cumbersome for freezing and packing in lunches), I opted to adapt the recipe into pineapple zucchini muffins. After all, muffins are the perfect size for lunchboxes and freeze beautifully.
I took my base zucchini bread recipe, added the crushed pineapple, and made a few other tweaks to accommodate the change from loaves to muffins. The result? Oh my goodness, these zucchini pineapple muffins are fantastic! They’re moist, sweet, and perfectly spiced, with the pineapple adding a delightful tropical twist.
The kids have already given them their seal of approval, and I might not have much left to freeze by the end of the day!
These zucchini pineapple muffins are a great way to use up extra garden produce and make a delicious treat that both you and your kids will love. Plus, they’re versatile enough to accommodate different mix-ins, so feel free to get creative! Whether you stick with raisins, or try chocolate chips or walnuts, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Enjoy your baking adventure, and don’t be surprised if you find yourself making these muffins on a regular basis!