Description
This delightful Hawaiian Pineapple Cake is a moist, fruity dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Topped with creamy frosting and garnished with coconut, it’s a tropical treat that will bring a taste of paradise to your table.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 (20-ounce) can of crushed pineapple (undrained, in its own juice, not syrup)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- Coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Add the undrained crushed pineapple to the mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well combined. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: While the cake is baking, make the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually mix in the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled slightly but is still warm, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with shredded coconut and additional chopped nuts if desired.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the frosting to set before cutting the cake into squares. Enjoy while still warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using toasted coconut for garnish.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg