If you’re craving a bit of the tropics in your baking, then look no further than this soft coconut and pineapple cake recipe. With its combination of juicy pineapple and sweet coconut, this cake is a perfect way to capture the essence of a sun-kissed island. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to make, so you’ll be enjoying a delicious slice of cake in no time.
The first step to making this cake is to gather your ingredients. You’ll need flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, unsalted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, and a little bit of milk. You can also add a few drops of coconut extract if you want a stronger coconut flavor. Make sure everything is in room temperature, especially butter and eggs.
Start by whisking together the dry ingredients in a medium bowl, and set aside. Then, in a separate mixing bowl, beat the butter with an electric mixer until it becomes smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar and continue mixing until the mixture is light and fluffy, cycling regularly.
Next, add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter mixture, making sure each one is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then, add the vanilla extract and coconut extract (if using), and mix until well combined. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a tablespoon or two of milk until it becomes more spreadable.
Now, it’s time to add the dry ingredients. Slowly fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture in three or four batches, stirring until fully incorporated. Once all of the flour has been mixed in, fold in the shredded coconut and crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9-inch cake tin. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
When the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Once the cake has cooled, it’s ready to serve! You can dust it off with some powdered sugar or just leave it plain. This cake can also be garnished with fresh pineapple slices or some toasted coconut flakes.
This soft coconut and pineapple cake recipe is a perfect dessert for summer gatherings or dinner parties. It’s light, refreshing, and delicious, and will transport your taste buds straight to a tropical paradise. Plus, it’s so easy to make that you’ll be able to enjoy a slice of it whenever the mood strikes. So go ahead and indulge yourself in this tropical treat!