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Easy Pineapple Cake Recipe

Shaziya
This Easy Pineapple Cake is a tropical delight that brings sunshine to your table in just over an hour. In just 20 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of baking, you’ll have a dessert that feels both comforting and indulgent.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

For the Pineapple Cake

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 12 1/2 oz/355 g
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 8 oz/225 g
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar 3 oz/85 g
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 can crushed pineapple in juice 20 oz/568 g
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil 4 fl oz/120 ml
  • 1/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature 2 oz/57 g
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Topping

  • 1 recipe Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 1 cup chopped pineapple (for garnish) 5 oz/142 g

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and butter and line with parchment paper at 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
  • In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs, crushed pineapple (with the juice), oil, sour cream and vanilla extract.
  • Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until combined, then spread into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  • Sprinkle the chopped pineapple over the frosting and serve.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keyword easy dessert recipe, homemade cake, pineapple cake, simple baking, tropical dessert
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