Ingredients
Cake:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups sugar
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple (undrained, in juice—not syrup)
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1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
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1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
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Coconut flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Mix cake ingredients (including undrained pineapple) in one large bowl until just combined.
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Pour into pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
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While cake is baking, prepare frosting: beat butter, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth. Add powdered sugar gradually and mix until fluffy.
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Frost the cake while warm, then garnish with coconut or nuts if desired.
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Cool, slice, and serve!
Notes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Frosting Prep: 5 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 12–15 servings