Description
A delightful tropical treat with a moist texture and sweet, tangy flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the crushed pineapple. Fold in walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve with powdered sugar, cream cheese frosting, or fresh fruit. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg