- Pineapple Cake

Bake a delicious pineapple cake that's easy and quick to make! This simple recipe combines tropical flavors and step-by-step instructions to guide you through creating a moist, delightful dessert. With helpful tips for enhancing flavor and texture, you'll impress your guests or treat yourself. Ready to dive into this baking adventure?

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup unsweetened crushed pineapple (drained)

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup coconut milk

½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Sweetened shredded coconut for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and crushed pineapple.

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Begin and end with the dry mixture. Mix until just combined and fold in the nuts if using.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Garnish: Once the cake has cooled, sprinkle the top with sweetened shredded coconut and additional walnuts or pecans if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 8-10

- Presentation Tips: Serve the cake on a beautiful stand, dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch, and garnish with slices of fresh pineapple or maraschino cherries for a vibrant finish.