Pineapple Pound Cake is a moist, tender cake with a subtle tropical flavor from crushed pineapple. It’s perfect as a dessert or for afternoon tea. Here’s a classic recipe you can try:
Pineapple Pound Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/4 cup milk
Optional Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons pineapple juice or milk
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
5. Incorporate Pineapple and Flour:
- Mix in crushed pineapple.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
6. Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Optional Glaze:
- Mix powdered sugar and pineapple juice until smooth.
- Drizzle over the cooled cake for extra sweetness and shine.
Tips:
- Drain Pineapple Well: Too much juice can make the cake soggy.
- Add Texture: Optional chopped nuts (like pecans) can be folded in for a nutty crunch.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Mini Loaves: You can split the batter into mini loaf pans for giftable treats.
This Pineapple Pound Cake is sweet, moist, and lightly tropical—a classic dessert that’s simple to make and always a hit.
If you want, I can also give a version with cream cheese frosting that makes it extra rich and indulgent. Do you want that version?
