Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake, a moist and fluffy dessert bursting with crushed pineapple and topped with a sweet pineapple glaze. Perfect for gatherings or a simple treat!
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- For the Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Sour Cream: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in three parts, alternating with sour cream. Begin and end with the dry mixture.
- Add Pineapple: Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar and pineapple juice. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to retain freshness.
- Adjust glaze consistency as needed with more powdered sugar or juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
