Description
This Pineapple Heaven Cake is a deliciously light and fluffy dessert, perfect for those who love tropical flavors. Made with crushed pineapple, sour cream, and a simple glaze, it’s moist, sweet, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a family gathering, holiday party, or just enjoying a sweet treat with coffee, this cake will impress everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick. - Prepare the dry ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. - Cream the butter and sugar:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. - Add the eggs:
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Add the dry ingredients and sour cream:
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined. - Fold in the pineapple:
Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple to avoid overmixing the batter. - Pour the batter and bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. - Cool the cake:
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. - Prepare the glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and pineapple juice to create a smooth glaze. Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid excess moisture in the cake.
- If you want to add more flavor, you can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
- You can store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
- For a more indulgent glaze, use a little bit of melted butter in place of the pineapple juice.
- Feel free to add coconut flakes to the batter for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg