Description
Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the creamy richness of cream cheese, resulting in a moist and fluffy cake. Perfect for any occasion, this cake will brighten your dessert table or serve as a comforting treat during afternoon tea. With its golden hue and inviting aroma, each slice promises a taste of paradise!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in sugar, then add eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually fold this into the wet ingredients.
- Gently mix in crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. - Customize by adding chopped nuts or coconut flakes for extra texture. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.