Cherry Pineapple Nut Cake

Bursting with tropical flavors and a delightful crunch, this Cherry Pineapple Nut Cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the sweetness of crushed pineapple and maraschino cherries with the rich nuttiness of chopped walnuts or pecans. Perfectly moist and tender thanks to the addition of buttermilk, this cake is made even more indulgent with the creamy richness of butter and a hint of vanilla. Ideal for holidays, potlucks, or simply treating yourself, this easy-to-make cake comes together in just 20 minutes and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Serve it plain for a classic feel, dust it with powdered sugar, or top it with cream cheese frosting for an extra layer of decadence. Whether baked in a bundt pan or a traditional 9x13-inch pan, this irresistible cake will transport you to dessert paradise.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cups canned crushed pineapple, drained
• 0.75 cups maraschino cherries, chopped
• 0.75 cups walnuts or pecans, chopped
• 0.5 cups milk or buttermilk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or a bundt pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk or buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the crushed pineapple, chopped maraschino cherries, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice, serve, and enjoy! Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or top with a cream cheese frosting for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1532.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4776.4

Total Fat 217.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 765.5mg	0%
Sodium 2372.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 667.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 402.8g
Protein 65.2g	0%

Vitamin D 144IU	0%
Calcium 363.5mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 1322.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 54.6%