Description
Pineapple Juice Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple juice with a tender cake texture. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a delicious treat that is both refreshing and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 8-inch round or square cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat 3 large eggs until frothy. Add 1 cup of pineapple juice, ½ cup of vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Blend and Pour:
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake and Cool:
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For an extra tropical twist, add ½ cup of sweetened coconut flakes to the batter.
- Incorporate 1 cup of drained pineapple chunks for added texture.
- Drizzle with a pineapple juice glaze made from powdered sugar and pineapple juice for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg