Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake
Indulge in a slice of tropical paradise with our Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake. This delightful dessert features a moist, fluffy texture infused with the sweet essence of crushed pineapple and finished with a glossy glaze. Perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake is a guaranteed hit. Its easy-to-follow recipe makes it accessible for bakers of all levels, ensuring you can whip up this mouthwatering treat in no time. Serve it alongside fresh fruit or whipped cream to elevate the experience, and transport your taste buds to sunny shores with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (well-drained)
- ½ cup icing sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp pineapple juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Fold in sour cream, then mix in dry ingredients gradually until just combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed pineapple.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing icing sugar with pineapple juice until smooth.
- Cool the cake completely before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 62mg
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