Description
This Juicy Pineapple Cake is the perfect dessert to make for any occasion. With a rich, moist cake infused with the tropical flavor of pineapple, it’s an irresistible treat that’s sure to impress. Whether served with a dusting of powdered sugar or topped with whipped cream, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make but tastes extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and walnuts (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving.
Notes
- You can frost the cake with cream cheese frosting for a richer dessert.
- If you want an extra tropical flavor, try adding shredded coconut to the cake batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg