Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting (Optional):
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and enough milk to reach your desired frosting consistency.
- Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the frosting on top (and sides, if desired).
- Garnish with additional crushed pineapple or coconut if you like.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy your delicious pineapple cake!
Feel free to customize the recipe to your taste or let me know if you were looking for something else!
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