Easy Pineapple Cake Recipe
This moist and delicious pineapple cake is a delightful treat that's easy to make. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped fresh pineapple or canned, drained
For the Topping (optional):
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Fresh pineapple slices for garnish
- Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round baking pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, using a stand or hand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in Pineapple:
- Gently fold in the chopped pineapple until evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour and Spread:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve:
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve with fresh pineapple slices and whipped cream.