Paula Deen Pineapple Cake Recipe
If you love soft and fruity desserts, this Paula Deen Pineapple Cake Recipe is perfect for you. It is moist, sweet and full of tropical flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 can crushed pineapple with juice, 20 oz
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
For Frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan lightly. This helps prevent sticking and makes it easy to remove the cake after baking.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, add flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Mix well using a spoon or whisk. This ensures even distribution of all dry ingredients.
Add Wet Ingredients
- Add eggs and crushed pineapple with juice into the bowl. Mix everything together until smooth. The batter will be slightly thick but easy to spread.
Add Nuts (Optional)
- If you like crunch add chopped walnuts into the batter. Mix gently to combine. This adds texture and enhances the flavor of the cake.
Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Spread evenly with a spatula. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and cooked through. Insert a toothpick to check doneness.
Prepare the Frosting
- In a saucepan, add butter, sugar and evaporated milk. Cook over medium heat while stirring. Bring to a gentle boil and cook until slightly thick.
Finish and Frost
- Remove frosting from heat and add vanilla and coconut. Mix well. Pour warm frosting over hot cake. Spread evenly and let it soak in before serving.
Notes
- Use pineapple with juice for extra moisture.
- Do not overmix batter to keep cake soft.
- Pour frosting while cake is still warm.
- Add pecans instead of walnuts if preferred.
- Let cake cool slightly before slicing.