Description
Tropical paradise meets sweet indulgence in this mouthwatering Pineapple Cake that promises sunshine on a plate. Fragrant pineapple slices nestled in a tender crumb create a dessert so irresistible that friends and family will beg for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 grams) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (20 ounces/567 grams) crushed pineapple in juice
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) pineapple juice
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by warming the oven to 350F (175C). Coat a 9×13-inch pan with butter and flour, or create a parchment paper lining to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, blending flour, white and brown sugars, baking soda, and salt until uniformly distributed.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Gently fold in crushed pineapple with its natural juice, mixing carefully to maintain a smooth, tender texture. Avoid aggressive stirring to preserve the cake’s delicate structure.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into the center.
- While the cake bakes, craft the luxurious pineapple glaze. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then introduce sugar, pineapple juice, and cream. Stir continuously, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken slightly.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it rest briefly. Use a fork to create multiple small punctures across the surface, allowing the glaze to penetrate deeply.
- Drizzle the warm glaze generously over the cake, ensuring complete coverage and maximum flavor absorption.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, which helps the glaze set and intensifies the pineapple essence. Slice and serve, optionally garnishing with whipped cream or toasted coconut for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Prevent Overmixing: Gently combine cake ingredients to maintain a tender, light texture and avoid developing tough gluten strands that can make the cake dense.
- Moisture Magic: The crushed pineapple adds natural sweetness and incredible moisture, ensuring the cake stays soft and delectable even days after baking.
- Customize Your Glaze: Experiment with adding a splash of rum or coconut extract to the pineapple glaze for an exotic tropical twist that elevates the flavor profile.
- Diet-Friendly Adaptations: Swap regular flour with gluten-free flour blend, use coconut sugar instead of granulated sugar, and replace eggs with flax eggs to make this cake suitable for various dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg