Description

This Piña Colada Pineapple Pound Cake combines buttery pound cake with sweet pineapple, creamy coconut, and optional macadamia nuts for a moist, tropical-inspired dessert. Perfect for celebrations, coffee breaks, or whenever you’re craving island flavors.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained

1/4 cup coconut milk

1/4 cup pineapple juice

1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut

1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
Beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, coconut milk, and pineapple juice.
Alternately add the flour mixture and pineapple mixture to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped macadamia nuts, if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Loosely cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.
Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Add a splash of coconut extract or rum extract for extra tropical flavor.

Fresh pineapple may be substituted if finely chopped and well drained.

Drizzle with a pineapple or coconut glaze after cooling for added sweetness.

Top with toasted coconut for extra texture and presentation.

Omit the macadamia nuts for a nut-free version.

Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Warm individual slices in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds before serving if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 30 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 19 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 49 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 105 mg