Hawaiian Cake
Transport your taste buds to an island paradise with this moist and flavorful Hawaiian Cake, a dessert bursting with tropical charm. This easy-to-make treat combines the natural sweetness of crushed pineapple, the nutty richness of chopped pecans, and the tender texture of shredded coconut for a decadently moist cake base. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and garnished with toasted coconut flakes and pecan halves, this cake is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or simply treating yourself, this 9x13-inch crowd-pleaser is ready in just under an hour. Enjoy a slice of this tropical-inspired dessert for a taste of sunshine any time of year! Keywords: Hawaiian Cake, pineapple cake, tropical dessert, cream cheese frosting, coconut cake recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 0.5 cups coconut flakes (for garnish, optional)
- 0.25 cups pecan halves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut and chopped pecans gently into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, while continuing to beat. Add the milk and mix until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
Once the cake has fully cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
If desired, sprinkle coconut flakes and place pecan halves on top as garnish.
Slice, serve, and enjoy this tropical delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 300.6 g | 385% | |
| Saturated Fat | 139.7 g | 698% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 728 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4806 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1235.9 g | 449% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.8 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 981.2 g | ||
| Protein | 75.4 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2238 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
