Here’s a full, detailed recipe for Hawaiian Pineapple Cake Delight—a moist, tropical-style dessert that’s easy to make and great for gatherings 🍍🍰
Hawaiian Pineapple Cake Delight
🕒 Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Bake: 35–40 minutes
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Cool: 20 minutes
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Total: About 1 hour 15 minutes
🍽 Servings
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12–16 slices
🧾 Ingredients
For the Cake
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 can (20 oz / 565 g) crushed pineapple in juice (do NOT drain)
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½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Topping
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8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish
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Toasted coconut flakes
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Maraschino cherries
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Extra chopped nuts
🥣 Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cake Batter
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
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Flour
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Sugar
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Baking soda
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Salt
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Add:
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Eggs
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Vanilla extract
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Entire can of crushed pineapple with juice
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Stir until everything is well combined. The batter will be thick and moist.
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Fold in nuts if using.
Step 3: Bake the Cake
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Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until:
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The top is golden brown
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A toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
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Remove from oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan.
Step 4: Prepare the Cream Cheese Topping
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In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
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Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy.
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Mix in vanilla extract.
Step 5: Assemble the Cake
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Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese topping evenly over the top.
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Garnish with coconut, cherries, or nuts if desired.
❄️ Storage
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Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Best served chilled or slightly cool.
🌴 Tips & Variations
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For extra tropical flavor, add ½ cup shredded coconut to the batter.
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Want a lighter topping? Replace cream cheese frosting with whipped cream.
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This cake gets even more moist and flavorful the next day.