Description
This Hawaiian Pineapple Cake is a moist and fluffy tropical dessert bursting with sweet pineapple flavor. Made with crushed pineapple and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this easy one-bowl cake is perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (20 oz / 567g) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup (50g) shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts or shredded coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and the entire can of crushed pineapple (including juice). Mix until just combined.
- Add Extras: Fold in shredded coconut and chopped nuts, if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Completely: Let the cake cool in the pan before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Frost & Garnish: Spread frosting over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with chopped nuts or shredded coconut if desired.
- Serve & Enjoy: Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a lighter cake, substitute half the oil with unsweetened applesauce.
- You can skip the frosting for a simple, sweet pineapple snack cake.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Sugar: 180mg
- Sodium: 16g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg