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Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake Recipe

Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake Recipe for a Tropical Escape

This Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake is a delightful dessert with moist layers of pineapple and coconut, topped with creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute up to ¼ with finely shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) beat until light and fluffy
  • 2 cups granulated sugar adjust for taste preference
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature) let them warm to room temp
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure for the best taste
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk or coconut milk coconut milk gives a more tropical flavor
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (well-drained) ensure well-drained to avoid excess liquid
For the Frosting
  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting or coconut buttercream consider mixing in chopped pineapple or toasted coconut

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cake Pans
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Prepare and Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them and dusting with flour.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then blend in the vanilla and coconut extracts.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk or coconut milk to the butter mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple.
  7. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness.
  8. Cool the cakes in pans for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Serving
  1. Prepare your frosting while the cakes cool. Level the cakes if necessary, and frost the top of one layer before stacking the second.
  2. Decorate your cake with toasted coconut flakes, chunks of fresh pineapple, or maraschino cherries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best to use room temperature ingredients for optimal mixing. Do not overmix the batter to ensure a tender texture.

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