Description
Tropical paradise meets dessert bliss in this pineapple coconut dream cake, a sweet escape from ordinary baking. Layers of moist coconut cake, tangy pineapple filling, and creamy frosting will transport you to a sun-drenched island getaway.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup crushed pineapple
- 2 large eggs
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure smooth cake release.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry ingredient base.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until they become light and frothy, then incorporate granulated sugar, vegetable oil, milk, vanilla extract, and pineapple juice until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient mixture, stirring carefully to prevent overmixing and maintain a tender cake texture.
- Incorporate crushed pineapple and shredded coconut into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout for consistent flavor and texture.
- Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking pan, using a spatula to spread it evenly and eliminate any air pockets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with minimal crumbs.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour before slicing and serving.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or top with additional shredded coconut for extra visual appeal and flavor enhancement.
Notes
- Opt for fresh pineapple juice for a more vibrant, natural sweetness that elevates the cake’s tropical essence.
- Drain crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the cake soggy or dense.
- Toast coconut flakes lightly before adding to the batter for an enhanced nutty flavor and delightful crunch.
- Replace vegetable oil with coconut oil to intensify the tropical profile and create a more pronounced coconut undertone.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg