Description
This Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake is a moist and tender tropical delight featuring crushed pineapple folded into a fluffy, buttery cake batter. Topped with a smooth pineapple glaze, it’s perfect for any occasion craving a sweet, fruity dessert with a soft crumb and a burst of pineapple flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/2 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar)
- 2 tbsp pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking throughout the cake.
- Prepare Pan: Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent the cake from sticking and to help with easy release after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This combines the leavening agents evenly for a light texture.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, indicating proper aeration.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated, then mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Fold in Sour Cream: Gently fold in the sour cream to add moisture and richness for a tender crumb.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Slowly add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently to avoid overmixing and maintain a smooth, thick batter.
- Add Pineapple: Carefully fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple, enhancing the cake with juicy tropical sweetness.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Glaze: While the cake bakes, whisk together the powdered sugar and pineapple juice until smooth to create a sweet, fruity glaze.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the cake to cool completely before pouring the pineapple glaze over it, letting it drip enticingly down the sides. Serve and enjoy a luscious tropical treat!
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the batter which could affect baking.
- Do not overmix the batter once flour is added to keep the cake tender and light.
- The sour cream helps keep the cake moist but can be substituted with Greek yogurt if preferred.
- Use fresh or canned pineapple depending on availability, just make sure it is crushed and drained.
- For a more pronounced pineapple flavor, you can add a teaspoon of pineapple extract to the batter.
- Allow the cake to fully cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and becoming too thin.
