The Ultimate Pineapple Cream Cheese Cake

✅️ Hawaiian Pineapple Cake 🍍✨

A soft, moist cake bursting with tropical pineapple flavor, topped with creamy frosting – perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet island escape! 🌴

✅️ Ingredients:

▶️ For the Cake:

◾️2 cups all-purpose flour

◾️2 cups granulated sugar

◾️2 large eggs

◾️1 tsp baking soda

◾️1 tsp vanilla extract

◾️1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple with juice (do not drain)

▶️ For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

◾️8 oz cream cheese, softened

◾️1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

◾️4 cups powdered sugar

◾️1 tsp vanilla extract

◾️2–3 tbsp pineapple juice (from the can)

▶️ For Garnish:

◾️Fresh pineapple chunks or rings

✅️ Instructions:

1️⃣ Prepare the Cake Batter

◾️Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

◾️In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, vanilla, and crushed pineapple (with juice). Stir until well combined.

2️⃣ Bake

◾️Divide batter evenly between the pans.

◾️Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

◾️Cool cakes completely before frosting.

3️⃣ Make the Frosting

◾️Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.

◾️Add powdered sugar gradually, beating until fluffy.

◾️Mix in vanilla and pineapple juice for tropical flavor.

4️⃣ Assemble the Cake

◾️Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting evenly.

◾️Add a layer of pineapple chunks for extra juiciness.

◾️Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides generously.

◾️Garnish with fresh pineapple chunks or rings.

5️⃣ Chill & Serve

◾️Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.

◾️Slice, serve, and enjoy a tropical dessert delight! 🌸🍰