My husband called this cake “a slice of paradise”—and after one bite, you’ll understand why! This Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake is buttery, rich, and bursting with tropical flavor. With a golden caramelized pineapple topping and soft, velvety crumb, it’s perfect for special occasions or anytime you want to impress with something truly decadent.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
For the Topping:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 can pineapple slices (drained)