Hawaiian Pineapple Cake
Packed with crushed pineapple and optional coconut for an island-inspired twist, this dessert is topped with rich cream cheese frosting that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can crushed pineapple, undrained 20 oz
- ½ cup shredded coconut optional
For the cream cheese frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the vanilla extract, eggs, and undrained crushed pineapple to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined. Fold in the shredded coconut if desired.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake. Slice and enjoy!