Tropical Glazed Pineapple Cake: A Sweet Slice of Paradise!
Welcome to the delightful world of Tropical Glazed Pineapple Cake! This cake is not just any cake; it’s a moist and flavorful tropical treat that brings sunshine to your dessert table. Imagine biting into a slice filled with the luscious taste of crushed pineapple and lavishly coated with a sweet glaze that glistens like morning dew.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 2 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 eggs room temperature
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained (juice reserved)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, shortening, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in buttermilk, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract until everything is well mixed.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined and no flour streaks remain.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, ensuring it is spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the Glaze: Use the reserved pineapple juice to create a simple glaze by mixing it with powdered sugar to your desired consistency.
- Finish with Glaze: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake, slice, and serve!