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Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake
Caroline

Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake

This Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake is a moist, tender loaf bursting with tropical pineapple flavor. Soft, buttery crumb, sweet crushed pineapple, and a bright pineapple glaze make it perfect for brunch, gifting, or any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp pineapple juice

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour the loaf pan thoroughly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy and pale.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and sour cream into the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry mixture. Mix gently.
  6. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Whisk powdered sugar and pineapple juice to make the glaze, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • For a stronger pineapple flavor, add an extra tablespoon of pineapple juice to the batter.
  • This cake slices best once completely cooled.
  • Perfect for gifting, holidays, brunch tables, and tropical-themed gatherings.