Moist and Rich Pineapple Cake
A delightful pineapple cake that is moist and rich, perfect for any occasion. Bursting with tropical flavors, this cake is a treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream Room temperature
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained Well drained
For the Frosting
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp pineapple juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan to prevent sticking.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to combine.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until everything is combined. Carefully fold in the drained crushed pineapple.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top to make it even.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Frosting
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, whisk the powdered sugar and pineapple juice together in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once the cake is completely cool, frost it with the glaze and serve to your guests or family!
Notes
To keep your cake fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for a week if necessary. Let come to room temperature before serving for the best taste.