Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Hawaii with this moist and delicious Hawaiian Pineapple Cake. Made with crushed pineapple and topped with a creamy frosting, this cake is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional)
For the Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple. Stir until combined. Fold in nuts and coconut, if using. Pour into the pan.
- Bake the cake: Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool the cake in the pan.
- Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until creamy. Frost the cooled cake.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This cake stays moist for days and tastes better the next day.
- Can be served without frosting or topped with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
