In a large mixing bowl, toss together bread cubes and pineapple chunks.
In another mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and vanilla. Add butter and warmed up preserves.
Pour the wet ingredients over the bread and pineapple. Gently toss to coat. (see note).
Pour the mixture into the prepared dish.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Check the dish at 30 minute mark. If the bread is browning to quickly, cover the dish with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
!to make the glaze:
Sift the powdered sugar over a medium mixing bowl. Add vanilla and pineapple juice and whisk until desired drizzling consistency.