This is absolutely delicious. Don’t change a thing! I took this to a dinner party and everyone loved it but I’ve been making it at home just for us too.
Bright & Moist Pineapple Cake
Bursting with sweet pineapple flavor and topped with a smooth, fruity frosting, this Pineapple Cake is a sunny treat you’ll want to make again and again. It’s soft, moist, and perfect for any special occasion—or whenever you need a little taste of the tropics.
🍍 Pineapple Cake
Ingredients
For the Cake:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 1 1/2 cups |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter, softened | 1/2 cup |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Crushed pineapple, drained | 1 cup |
| Buttermilk | 1/2 cup |
For the Frosting:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter, softened | 1/2 cup |
| Powdered sugar | 4 cups |
| Crushed pineapple, drained | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Shredded coconut (optional) | 1/4 cup |
🧁 Instructions
- Preheat & Prep Pan:
Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. - Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. - Incorporate Butter & Eggs:
Add the softened butter and blend with a mixer or pastry cutter until the texture is crumbly. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and vanilla, then stir into the flour mixture until just combined. - Add Pineapple & Buttermilk:
Gently fold in the crushed pineapple and buttermilk, stirring until smooth and fully mixed. - Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. - Cool:
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack. Let it cool completely before frosting. - Make the Frosting:
In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth. Add in the pineapple and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable. - Frost & Garnish:
Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the frosting over the top and sides. For a tropical finishing touch, sprinkle with shredded coconut if desired.
