Description
A delightful and tropical cake featuring the flavors of pineapple and coconut, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, toasted (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and shredded coconut. Mix well.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the crushed pineapple.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting by beating the softened butter in a bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, coconut extract, and heavy cream, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish the cake with toasted shredded coconut.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of rum extract to the batter or frosting.
- Substitute the crushed pineapple with diced fresh mango for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg