Description
Pineapple Juice Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that beautifully balances sweetness and tang. Infused with fresh pineapple juice, this cake offers a tender crumb and a tropical twist that makes it irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, it stays moist for days and is easy to prepare using simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Butter or Oil (room temperature)
- 3 Eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup Pineapple Juice (preferably fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan. Measure and have all your ingredients ready to ensure smooth preparation.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to aerate and evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the butter (or oil) and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air that contributes to cake tenderness.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Gradually add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the cake’s flavor.
- Alternate Mixing Dry Ingredients and Pineapple Juice: Add the dry ingredients and pineapple juice alternately to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined to prevent overmixing.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple juice for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Ensure all ingredients like eggs and butter are at room temperature for optimal texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.
- Use an oven thermometer to maintain accurate baking temperature.
- Allow the cake to cool before frosting or slicing for cleaner presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of cake)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Pineapple, Juice Cake, Moist Cake, Tropical Dessert, Gluten-Free Cake
