Description
Indulge in a slice of tropical bliss with Pineapple and Coconut Dream Cake. This delightful dessert features a moist and fluffy cake infused with sweet pineapple and rich coconut flavors, layered with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is a crowd-pleaser with its beautiful presentation and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
5 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup pineapple chunks (for garnish)
1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
3 cups cream cheese frosting
1 can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread a layer of cream cheese frosting mixed with sweetened condensed milk over one cake layer. Repeat with the second layer, then frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish with pineapple chunks and toasted coconut flakes before serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the cream cheese frosting.
If you need to make the cake ahead of time, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze the layers without frosting for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 550 kcal
Keywords: Pineapple Cake, Coconut Cake, Tropical Dessert, Cream Cheese Frosting, Pineapple Coconut Recipe