Description
Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake is a delightful tropical dessert that brings the flavors of summer right to your table. With its fluffy texture and the perfect balance of sweet pineapple and creamy coconut, this cake is an irresistible centerpiece for any gathering. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s ideal for festive celebrations or simply enjoying a slice of paradise at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or drained canned)
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the coconut milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the pineapple chunks and coconut flakes evenly into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for about ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added richness, consider using oil instead of butter. - Substitute almond flour for coconut for a nutty variation. - Top with whipped cream or toasted coconut flakes for an extra delightful touch.