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Hawaiian Pineapple Cake

A moist and fruity cake topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 15 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 can (20 ounces) Crushed pineapple, undrained Never drain the juice to keep the cake moist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Whipped Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened Use room temperature to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Heavy whipping cream, cold Chill your mixing bowl for better results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Optional Garnish
  • Toasted shredded coconut, chopped pecans, or maraschino cherries For decorating

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
  2. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until smooth.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and set.
  2. Cool the cake completely in the pan before frosting.
Frosting
  1. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and then vanilla.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
  4. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
Garnish
  1. Add your choice of toasted coconut, chopped pecans, or maraschino cherries on top. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, let the cake chill fully before slicing. Can be made into cupcakes or a layer cake by dividing the batter.