Tropical Pineapple Cake
Escape to a sunny paradise with this irresistible Tropical Pineapple Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that’s bursting with tropical flair! This easy-to-make cake combines crushed pineapple with its natural juices, a touch of vanilla, and a perfectly balanced cream cheese frosting for a decadent treat that’s both sweet and tangy. With shredded coconut and juicy pineapple chunks as optional garnishes, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour with simple pantry staples, this 9x13-inch sheet cake is ideal for gatherings, summer parties, or whenever you crave a slice of island-inspired indulgence. It's a crowd-pleasing favorite that will transport your taste buds to a tropical getaway!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 0.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cups pineapple chunks or slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the crushed pineapple (including the juice), eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula or a hand mixer until the batter is fully combined and smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract and mix until the frosting is fluffy.
Once the cake has finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake using a spatula.
If desired, sprinkle the shredded coconut over the frosting and decorate with pineapple chunks or slices for a tropical touch.
Slice the cake into 12 pieces and serve. Enjoy your Tropical Pineapple Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
666 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 368 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 126 mg | 3% | |
*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.
