Pineapple Wonder Cake
Discover the tropical delight of Pineapple Wonder Cake—a wonderfully moist, one-bowl dessert that's as effortless as it is delicious! This easy pineapple cake combines the natural sweetness of crushed pineapple (juice and all) with a tender, fluffy crumb that requires no fancy equipment or complicated steps. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting infused with a hint of vanilla and optionally finished with a sprinkle of shredded coconut, this cake brings a refreshing taste of the tropics to your table in under an hour. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a simple weeknight indulgence, this crowd-pleaser is baked in a 9x13-inch pan for convenience and serves up to 12. Elevate your dessert game with this tropical-inspired treat that balances sweetness, tanginess, and creamy decadence in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 20 ounces canned crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well combined.
Add the entire can of crushed pineapple along with its juice to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until the batter is fully combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread it out smoothly if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
Spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the cooled cake, using a spatula to create an even layer.
For an optional garnish, sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the frosting to enhance the tropical flavor.
Slice the Pineapple Wonder Cake into squares or rectangles, serve, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.5 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.9 g | 594% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 4128 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 717.6 g | 261% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 500.5 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1618 mg | 34% | |
*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.
