Here’s a moist and flavorful Pineapple Pound Cake that’s bursting with tropical sweetness — perfect for dessert or a special snack!
🍍 Pineapple Pound Cake
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained well
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the flour mixture and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
- Fold in crushed pineapple (and nuts if using).
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions:
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and pineapple juice.
- Serve with whipped cream or fresh fruit.