Description
A delightful cake that captures tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pan well.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy—about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one by one, ensuring you beat well after each addition to incorporate air.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and vanilla extract until evenly mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream, and consider adding fresh fruit or a dusting of powdered sugar for a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, pineapple, coconut, tropical, summer, baking