Hawaiian Pineapple Cake
Indulge in this homemade Hawaiian Pineapple Cake, a moist, fluffy, and tropical dessert bursting with crushed pineapple and warm vanilla flavors. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, this easy-to-make pineapple cake is perfect for birthdays, summer parties, or any sweet craving!
Health & Taste Benefits:
Pineapple adds natural sweetness and is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Cream cheese frosting provides protein and a creamy texture.
Homemade cake avoids preservatives and artificial flavors found in store-bought options.
One-bowl recipe saves time and reduces cleanup, perfect for busy bakers!
Ingredients (9×13-Inch Cake):
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
Combine Pineapple & Dry Ingredients
Fold in the drained crushed pineapple. Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
Bake
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Prepare Frosting
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
Frost & Serve
Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Slice, serve, and enjoy your tropical treat!
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Moist & fluffy Hawaiian Pineapple Cake with crushed pineapple and creamy cream cheese frosting an easy tropical dessert perfect for any occasion!