Hawaiian Pineapple Cake: A Tropical Treat

 

Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Garnish:

Shredded coconut

Chopped macadamia nuts

Pineapple chunks

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.

3. Add Wet Ingredients:

Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple (with juice) to the dry ingredients. Stir until fully combined.

4. Pour and Bake:

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Cool the Cake:

Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

6. Prepare the Frosting:

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fully incorporated.

Mix in the vanilla extract.

7. Frost the Cake:

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Garnish with shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or pineapple chunks, if desired.