Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake

Escape to a tropical paradise with every slice of this Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake! This delightful dessert combines the sweet tanginess of pineapple with the exotic richness of coconut, all wrapped up in a fluffy cake that’s perfect for any occasion.

Whether you’re celebrating a special event or just craving a slice of something sweet and unique, this cake promises to transport your taste buds to a sunny beachside getaway. Here’s how to bring this dreamy cake to life in your kitchen.

This Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake is a showstopper, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a decadent slice. The combination of pineapple and coconut not only tastes incredible but also brings a piece of the tropics right to your table. Enjoy the lush flavors and dreamy texture of this fantastic cake!

Would you be interested in trying this recipe, or perhaps sharing it with friends and family? Let me know how it turns out or if there are any additional flavors you’d love to explore!

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 5 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
  • 3 cups cream cheese frosting

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pans:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans to ensure a non-stick experience.
  1. Mix Dry Ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk them together and set aside.
  1. Cream Butter and Sugar:
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until they are light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  1. Combine with Dry Ingredients:
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients with the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Stir until just combined to keep the batter light and airy.
  1. Add Pineapple and Coconut:
  • Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  1. Bake:
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  1. Cool and Assemble:
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Once cool, layer each cake with cream cheese frosting, stacking them as you go. Frost the top and sides smoothly.
  1. Garnish and Serve:
  • Garnish the frosted cake with pineapple chunks and toasted coconut flakes for a beautiful and tasty finish.
Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake

4 thoughts on “Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake”

  1. This cake would have been really good but it turned out so dense it was gard to eat. So not sure what caused it as I measured everything exactly. Will bit make again.

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  2. This cake would have been really good but it turned out so dense it was hard to eat it. So not sure what caused it as I measured everything exactly. Will not make again.

    Reply

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