Pineapple Cake Recipe
Description: π A vibrant yellow cake with a luscious yellow filling, this Pineapple Cake is a tropical delight that will transport your taste buds to paradise! Perfect for any occasion, this cake can be adorned with drained pineapple slices and a generous dollop of whipped cream when served.
Recipe Category: Dessert π°
Keywords: Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 2/3 cup |
| Margarine | 2 cups |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Milk | 3 cups |
| Flour | 4 cups |
| Eggs | 1 dozen |
| Baking Soda | 1 tsp |
| Cream of Tartar | 2 tsp |
| Cornstarch | 1/4 cup |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Butter | 3 tbsp |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 807.3
- Fat Content: 30.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 18.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 179.1mg
- Sodium Content: 393mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 127.6g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 86g
- Protein Content: 9.1g
Servings: 8
Yield: 1 layer cake
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Cream together the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition, ensuring a smooth and creamy consistency.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the dry ingredients, including flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar.
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Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, stirring gently until well combined.
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Pour the batter into two greased 8-inch cake tins, ensuring an even distribution.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling the cake.
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For the filling: In a small saucepan, combine margarine, sugar, and milk. Mix well before adding cornstarch and sugar.
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Cook over low heat, stirring or whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
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Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool before using it to fill and frost the cake.
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Once the filling is cooled, generously spread it between the two cake layers, stacking them on top of each other.
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Decorate the cake with drained pineapple slices and a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of tropical flair.
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Slice and serve this irresistible Pineapple Cake to delight your taste buds and transport yourself to a sunny paradise with every bite!
Enjoy this tropical treat with friends and family, and let the sweet flavors of pineapple and creamy filling whisk you away to a blissful island escape! ποΈπ°
