Pineapple Cake Recipe

Certainly! Here's a delicious recipe for pineapple cake:

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 3 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained

- 1/2 cup buttermilk

For the pineapple filling:

- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained

- 1/4 cup granulated sugar

- 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the cream cheese frosting:

- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

- 4 cups powdered sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional garnish:

- Additional crushed pineapple

- Maraschino cherries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the crushed pineapple and buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined after each addition. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. While the cakes are baking, prepare the pineapple filling. In a small saucepan, combine the drained crushed pineapple, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.

7. Once the cakes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating well after each addition, until the frosting is light and fluffy.

9. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the pineapple filling evenly over the top. Place the second cake layer on top.

10. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the cream cheese frosting. If desired, decorate with additional crushed pineapple and maraschino cherries.

11. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Slice and enjoy!

That's it! You now have a delicious pineapple cake to savor.