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Hawaiian Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Bliss

Delightful Hawaiian Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Bliss

Experience the tropical delight of Hawaiian Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Bliss, a moist and easy dessert perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and tender texture; measure carefully for best results.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Balances the tartness of pineapple with sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind the ingredients together and contribute moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Soda Helps the cake rise; check for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the tropical flavors.
  • 1 pinch Salt Elevates all the flavors.
  • 20 oz Crushed Pineapple in Juice Supplies moisture and tropical zing.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Serves as the creamy base for the frosting.
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Offers a tangy, smooth quality.
  • 1 1/2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans add a delightful crunch.
  • Coconut Flakes Introduces a chewy texture.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add eggs, crushed pineapple, and vanilla to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  5. Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then add sugar and mix until fluffy.
  6. Once cooled, frost the cake with the cream cheese frosting.
  7. Optionally sprinkle with nuts or coconut flakes before serving.
  8. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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