Description
Pineapple heaven cake brings tropical sunshine to classic dessert lovers with its luscious layers of sweet island goodness. Rich cream cheese frosting and caramelized pineapple create a mouthwatering symphony that will transport you to a blissful culinary paradise.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Secondary Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F and coating a loaf pan with grease and flour to prevent sticking during the baking process.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, whisking thoroughly to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light, airy, and fluffy, which typically takes approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs individually, beating thoroughly after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Gradually introduce the flour mixture into the butter base, alternating with sour cream in three separate additions, maintaining a careful mixing technique to preserve the batter’s delicate texture.
- Gently fold crushed pineapple into the batter, ensuring even distribution without excessive stirring that might compromise the cake’s structure.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula for an even bake, then place in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean when the cake is fully cooked.
- Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Prepare a delicate glaze by whisking powdered sugar with pineapple juice until achieving a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the pineapple glaze over the top, creating an enticing finishing touch.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients like butter, eggs, and sour cream to ensure smooth and even mixing for a tender cake texture.
- Drain crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the cake soggy, gently pressing out liquid with a paper towel.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour blends for a celiac-friendly version, which work well with the cake’s moist pineapple profile.
- Toast chopped nuts like pecans or macadamias and sprinkle on top for added crunch and nutty depth to complement the sweet pineapple flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 291 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg