Pineapple Nut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the eggs, vanilla extract, and undrained crushed pineapple. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
- Serve:
- Optionally, you can garnish the top of the cake with additional chopped nuts or even a drizzle of pineapple juice for extra flavor.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes:
- This cake is incredibly moist due to the pineapple and pairs wonderfully with the tangy cream cheese frosting.
- For an extra touch, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the frosting or top the cake with some toasted coconut flakes.
This Pineapple Nut Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful dessert, perfect for any occasion, and sure to impress with its rich flavor and moist texture.
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