Best 7 Simply Great Pineapple Cake Recipes

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Are you craving a moist, flavourful, and tropical treat that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than the simply great pineapple cake. This delectable dessert is a perfect blend of tangy pineapple, sweet cake, and creamy frosting. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to perfect your pineapple cake recipe or a novice just starting your baking journey, this article will guide you through the process of creating a simply great pineapple cake that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY PINEAPPLE CAKE



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A very easy pineapple cake with a cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Catherine Dallas

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar and baking soda. Make a well in the center and add the eggs, vanilla and crushed pineapple, with liquid from can. Mix well to blend.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean.
  • To make the frosting: in a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, confectioners sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Beat until creamy. Spread on warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 166.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

EASIEST EVER PINEAPPLE CAKE (5 INGREDIENTS)



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Homemade Pineapple Cake is sweet, moist, and full of pineapple pieces!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Cake     Dessert

Time 33m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups sugar
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
20 ounces can crushed pineapple (with juices)
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 pan.
  • Combine flour, sugar and baking soda in a bowl and mix well.
  • Stir in eggs and pineapple until very well mixed. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Do not overcook.
  • Top with cream cheese frosting or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 72 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 291 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 48 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLY GREAT PINEAPPLE CAKE



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Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 1/4-ounce) box yellow or lemon cake mix with pudding in the mix
3/4 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs, unbeaten
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin orange with juice
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Icing:
1 (15-ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (3 1/2-ounce) package dry instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (12-ounce) container whipped topping
dash of salt

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients in order given. Blend; beat with electric mixer, medium speed, for 2 minutes. Bake at 325° in 3 (8-inch) greased and floured pans for 20-24 minutes, or at 350° in 9x13-inch pan for 28-34 minutes. When cool, spread with the following icing. Icing: Mix crushed pineapple and instant pudding. Fold in the topping; spread on cake. Store cake in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

BEST EVER PINEAPPLE CAKE



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This has been a favorite of my family for years. It's easy-to-make, moist, delicious and topped off with a cream cheese icing.

Provided by ccap397

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups white sugar
2 cups flour
1 (19 ounce) can crushed pineapple (undrained)
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/3 cups icing sugar
1/2 cup butter
8 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Mix all cake ingredients together.
  • Grease 9x13" pan.
  • Pour in batter.
  • Bake at 350 for 40 minutes.
  • Mix icing until well blended.
  • Ice while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.7, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 76.4, Sodium 332.9, Carbohydrate 70.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 53.1, Protein 4.9

SIMPLY GREAT PINEAPPLE CAKE



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Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box lemon or yellow cake mix with pudding in the mix
3/4 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs, unbeaten
1 (11-ounce) can mandarin orange with juice
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ICING:
1 (13 1/2-ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (3 1/2-ounce) package dry instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (12-ounce) container whipped topping
1 dash of salt

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients in order given. Blend; beat with electric mixer, medium speed, for 2 minutes. Bake at 325° in 3 (8-inch) greased and floured pans for 20-25 minutes, or at 350° in 9x13-inch pan for 28-36 minutes. When cool, spread with the icing. Icing: Mix crushed pineapple and instant pudding. Fold in the topping and salt; spread over cake. Store cake in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Wow your friends and family with this classic pineapple upside-down cake. With tasting notes that boast fruity, gooey, caramelly goodness, it's no wonder why this has been a must-make favorite for generations. In our Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe, save yourself some time with a fool-proof shortcut. With a box of Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix, you can have this impressive dessert prepped for the oven in just 15 minutes. With step-by-step directions, Betty's with you every step of the way in this incredible upside-down pineapple cake. Now just bake, flip and enjoy!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained, juice reserved
1 jar (6 oz) maraschino cherries without stems, drained
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
Vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). In 13x9-inch pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple slices on brown sugar. Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice, and arrange remaining cherries around slices; press gently into brown sugar.
  • Add enough water to reserved pineapple juice to measure 1 cup. Make cake batter as directed on box, substituting pineapple juice mixture for the water. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  • Bake 42 to 48 minutes (44 to 53 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake 5 minutes so brown sugar topping can drizzle over cake; remove pan. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or cool. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1/12 of Cake, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY GOLDEN PINEAPPLE CAKE



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Deliciously simple, and simply delicious! This is quick to make, and tastes like more than it is. With no oil or butter! Hope you enjoy it!

Provided by Elise and family

Categories     Dessert

Time 48m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
10 ounces crushed pineapple, in its juice
1/2 cup nuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix all ingredients together well (but gently) in a large bowl.
  • Grease an 8 inch square pan.
  • Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake for 38 minutes, until dark golden brown. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1433.4, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 1337.9, Carbohydrate 333.1, Fiber 17.5, Sugar 242, Protein 24

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple. Fresh pineapple has a brighter flavor and more moisture than canned pineapple.
  • Grate the pineapple finely. This will help the pineapple distribute evenly throughout the cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes around 30-35 minutes.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Pineapple cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet pineapple flavor, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this pineapple cake recipe a try.

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