Moist Pineapple Cake
Indulge in the tropical sweetness of this Moist Pineapple Cake, a crowd-pleasing dessert that's bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make! Made with crushed pineapple (juice included) for exceptional moistness, this one-bowl recipe blends pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking soda with a touch of vanilla for a perfectly tender crumb. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting infused with pineapple juice, every bite is a creamy, flavorful delight. Ready in just 50 minutes, this cake is perfect for potlucks, celebrations, or an elevated weeknight treat. Serve it chilled for ultimate refreshment and enjoy a slice of paradise!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 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 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 8 ounces cream cheese
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
Add the crushed pineapple (along with the juice), eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6
While the cake bakes, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
Step 7
Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until fully incorporated.
Step 8
Mix in the pineapple juice until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
Step 9
Once the cake has finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
Step 10
Spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the cooled cake.
Step 11
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1828.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5265.8 |
| Total Fat 242.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 92.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 70.6g | |
| Cholesterol 725.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4572.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 755.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 550.6g | |
| Protein 54.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 396.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1305.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories