Tropical Pineapple Bliss Cake 🍍✨
Pineapple Refrigerator Cake 🍍🍰
Overview:
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of this delightful Pineapple Refrigerator Cake, a cherished recipe passed down through generations. Originally sourced from the timeless “Spry” collection, this dessert has graced countless tables for over two decades, promising a symphony of tropical flavors and irresistible sweetness. While it demands a bit of time and effort, the end result is an exquisite treat that’s truly worth savoring. Perfect for warm spring and summer gatherings or as a comforting weeknight indulgence, this cake captures the essence of sunny days with every bite.
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Calories per Serving: 422.2
- Dietary Information: Low Protein
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
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| Flour | 2 cups |
| Sugar | 1 1/4 cups |
| Baking soda | 3 1/2 teaspoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Fresh lemon rind | 1 teaspoon |
| Shortening | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla | 3/4 teaspoon |
| Heavy cream | 2 cups |
| Sugar (for whipped cream) | 1 cup |
| Egg whites | 3 |
| Sugar (for filling) | 1 cup |
| Cornstarch | 1/4 cup |
| Lemon juice | 3/4 cup |
| Lemon | 1 |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Pineapple juice | 3 cups |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 360°F (yes, 360!).
- Grease two 8-inch square pans.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir in the fresh lemon rind.
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Incorporate Shortening:
- Add the shortening to the dry ingredients.
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Add Wet Ingredients:
- Pour in the pineapple juice and vanilla.
- Beat the mixture either with 200 strokes or for 2 minutes until well combined.
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Incorporate Egg Whites:
- Add the egg whites to the batter and beat for an additional 200 strokes until smooth.
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Bake:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Chill and Split Layers:
- Allow the cake layers to cool completely.
- Once cooled, chill the layers in the refrigerator.
- Carefully split each layer horizontally to create four thin layers in total.
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Prepare Pineapple Filling:
- In the top of a double boiler, mix together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
- Stir in the lemon juice and grated lemon rind until well combined.
- Add the beaten egg yolks, pineapple juice, and butter to the mixture and blend thoroughly.
- Place the double boiler over boiling water and cook for approximately 15 minutes, or until the filling has thickened.
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Whip the Cream:
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add in the sugar while continuing to beat until the cream is light and fluffy.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the prepared pineapple filling generously over each cake layer.
- Stack the layers on top of each other, finishing with a layer of whipped cream on top.
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Refrigerate:
- Cover the assembled cake and refrigerate for several hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, slice the Pineapple Refrigerator Cake into portions and serve chilled.
- Bask in the joy of each heavenly bite, savoring the tropical essence and luscious creaminess of this timeless dessert.
This Pineapple Refrigerator Cake is a true labor of love, a testament to the joy of homemade baking and the enduring appeal of classic recipes. Whether enjoyed at a potluck, as a sweet treat on a warm summer evening, or simply as a decadent indulgence during any season, this cake is sure to delight and impress all who taste it. 🍍✨
