This Hawaiian Pineapple Cake brings a tropical twist to classic layer cake. It’s ultra-moist, sweet, and easy to make—thanks to crushed pineapple baked right into the batter. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting and garnished with juicy pineapple chunks, this cake is a sunshine-filled dessert perfect for summer gatherings, birthdays, or any time you’re dreaming of island flavors.
🍰 Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice (do not drain)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 tbsp pineapple juice (from the canned pineapple)
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh pineapple chunks or rings
