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Pineapple and Coconut Dream Cake

Pineapple and Coconut Dream Cake

A delightful Pineapple and Coconut Dream Cake that transports you to a sun-kissed beach paradise, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cups canned crushed pineapple partially drained
  • 0.75 cups full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cups sweetened shredded coconut
For the Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons coconut milk
For the Topping
  • 0.25 cups shredded coconut

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • rubber spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the crushed pineapple and coconut milk until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until combined.
  7. Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and coconut milk until smooth.
  12. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake and sprinkle with shredded coconut before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Tips for the best results include using room temperature eggs, partially draining the pineapple, and not overmixing the batter.

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