Description
Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake is a tropical delight that brings the flavors of sun-soaked beaches straight to your table. This moist, fluffy cake is layered with sweet pineapple chunks and rich coconut cream, then topped with luscious whipped cream. Perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, or simply indulging yourself, each slice promises a taste of paradise that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup well-drained pineapple chunks
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy; mix in the melted butter and coconut milk until combined.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the pineapple chunks and shredded coconut.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or experimenting with different fruits like mango or banana. - To enhance the tropical flavor, add a splash of rum to the batter.