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Southern Pineapple Cake

Indulge in the lush sweetness of this Southern Pineapple Cake, where every slice brings you closer to paradise with its perfect blend of tropical pineapple, crunchy pecans, and silky coconut frosting.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups sugar

  • 1 tsp. baking soda

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

  • 1 – 20 oz can crushed pineapple (with juice)

For the Topping:

  • 1/2 cup butter

  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

  • 1 cup coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or spray a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

  2. Mix: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple with juice until well mixed.

  3. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown.

  4. Make the Topping: In a saucepan, heat butter, evaporated milk, vanilla, and sugar to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in pecans or walnuts and coconut, and cook on medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly.

  5. Finish: Remove the cake from the oven, poke holes all over the top, and spread the topping evenly over the warm cake.

  6. Cool: Let the cake cool before serving.

Notes

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Kcal: 494 kcal
Servings: 12 servings

This cake is a testament to the comfort and joy that simple, well-crafted recipes can bring into our lives. Enjoy this delightful dessert and let each bite remind you of the sweet, simple pleasures of Southern baking.

  • Author: niold.com