Pineapple Heaven Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Cake Ingredients
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup sour cream
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1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
→ Pineapple Glaze
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½ cup powdered sugar
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2 tbsp pineapple juice
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Start and finish with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
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Gently fold in the crushed pineapple, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Meanwhile, whisk together powdered sugar and pineapple juice to make glaze. Drizzle over cooled cake.
# Notes:
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Can substitute sour cream with coconut cream for dairy-free option
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Can use gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour
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Cake should have golden-brown crust and soft interior