Pineapple Nut Cake Recipe

This Pineapple Nut Cake is a moist and flavorful treat that combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple with the crunch of nuts. It’s perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon tea to a special celebration.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar  
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Prepare the Cake:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.  
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the crushed pineapple. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Add Nuts: Gently fold in the chopped nuts.
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.  
7. Cool: Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Assemble the Cake:

1. Frost: Once the cake is completely cooled, frost it with the cream cheese frosting.
2. Serve: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips:

• For a more intense pineapple flavor, use fresh pineapple and juice.
• You can use any type of nuts you prefer, such as pecans, walnuts, or almonds.
• To make the cake even more moist, you can add a splash of milk or buttermilk to the batter.
• For a decorative touch, you can sprinkle the top of the cake with additional nuts or pineapple.

Enjoy this delicious Pineapple Nut Cake!