Ingredients
- For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 (20 oz) can of crushed pineapple (undrained) in its own juice (not syrup)
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
½ cup butter (1 stick), softened
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar
Coconut for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
1.1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
2.1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
2.2. Add the undrained crushed pineapple to the mixture and stir until well combined.
2.3. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Bake the Cake:
3.1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
3.2. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3.3. Allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
4.1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.
4.2. Add the vanilla extract and confectioners’ sugar, and beat until well combined and smooth.
- Frost the Cake:
5.1. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
5.2. Garnish with coconut flakes as desired.
- Serve:
6.1. Cut the Hawaiian Pineapple Cake into squares and serve.
6.2. Enjoy your tropical and delicious Hawaiian Pineapple Cake!
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings