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Pineapple And Coconut Dream Cake

A moist and creamy tropical cake made with sweet pineapple and coconut, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour For the cake batter.
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar Sweetener for the cake.
  • ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes Adds coconut flavor and texture.
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained) For moisture and sweetness.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil Moisture agent.
  • ½ cup milk To combine the batter.
  • 3 large eggs Binding agent for the cake.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor enhancer.
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavor.
Frosting Ingredients
  • to taste coconut frosting or whipped cream frosting For topping the cake.
  • to taste additional coconut flakes or pineapple bits For garnishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, coconut flakes, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, mix the crushed pineapple, vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Gradually blend the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Bake
  1. Pour the batter equally into the prepared cake pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Frost
  1. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Once cooled, frost with your favorite coconut frosting or a whipped cream frosting, and garnish with additional coconut flakes or pineapple bits.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent excess moisture in your cake. Use coconut milk for an extra coconut flavor.