Description
A soft, old-fashioned pineapple cake made with crushed pineapple for natural sweetness and moisture, topped with a warm buttery coconut glaze that soaks into every bite.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, crushed pineapple with its juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the topping by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the evaporated milk and sugar, bring to a gentle boil, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes while stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and vanilla extract.
- Pour the warm topping evenly over the hot cake as soon as it comes out of the oven.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly so the topping soaks into the cake before serving.
Notes
Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the topping for extra texture.
Mix a small pinch of cinnamon into the batter for deeper flavor.
Toast the shredded coconut lightly before adding it to the topping for a stronger coconut flavor.
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a richer dessert.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds or enjoy chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
