Ingredients
For the Pineapple Cake Layers:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, undrained
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained
For Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh pineapple slices
- Maraschino cherries
- Toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare the Pineapple Cake Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the softened butter, vegetable oil, crushed pineapple (with juice), eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
- Beat on medium speed until well combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Bake the Cake Layers:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Make the Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and drained crushed pineapple until well incorporated.
Assemble the Cake:
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of pineapple cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Repeat with the remaining cake layers and frosting, stacking them on top of each other.
Frost the Cake:
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining pineapple cream cheese frosting, smoothing it out with a spatula for an even finish.
Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish the top of the cake with fresh pineapple slices, maraschino cherries, and toasted coconut flakes for a tropical flair.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve your Southern Pineapple Cake to your guests, and watch as they savor the taste of Southern paradise in every bite!
Enjoy!
