Sweet and Tangy Pineapple Cake Recipe
A moist and flavorful Pineapple Cake featuring crushed pineapple for natural sweetness and a rich cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration or casual dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cake Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
For the Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gently fold in the sifted flour alternately with the drained crushed pineapple, mixing just until combined.
- Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, usually about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to avoid a soggy cake.
- For a more tropical flavor, add a teaspoon of coconut extract to the batter or frosting.
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
- Store the iced cake in the refrigerator to keep the cream cheese frosting fresh.
- Let the cake come to room temperature before serving for best flavor.
Keywords: pineapple cake, cream cheese frosting, tropical cake, moist cake, dessert
