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Hawaiian Pineapple Cake

A moist and fluffy cake bursting with sweet pineapple flavor, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained) Make sure to drain well to avoid a soggy cake.
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil You can substitute half with melted butter for a richer flavor.
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pineapple slices, for decoration (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
Baking
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and pour the batter in.
  3. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Once baked, let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and the vanilla extract until well blended.
Assembly
  1. Once the cake is cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly on top.
  2. Decorate with pineapple slices for that tropical flair.
  3. Slice and serve the cake!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. This cake can also be made ahead of time; frost just before serving.