Delicious Pineapple Cake: Easy and Tasty Recipe
How to make a delicious pineapple cake
If you are looking for a simple, homemade recipe full of the distinctive flavor of pineapple, you’ve come to the right place. This pineapple cake recipe is perfect for those who want a dessert with an intense fruit taste, not just superficial layers. The result is a moist, delicate cake with caramelized pieces that further enhance the tropical flavor.
Tips for choosing pineapple and initial preparation
To prepare a delicious pineapple cake, the secret begins with selecting the pineapple. Always choose a ripe fruit that exudes a sweet fragrance and has a vibrant color. A ripe pineapple ensures a striking flavor and natural sweetness in the batter.
Pineapple can be consumed alone, in fruit salads, juices, and even in savory dishes with a tropical touch. Our recipe uses fresh pineapple and caramelizes part of it to add texture and aroma to the batter.
Essential ingredients for a perfect cake
- 2 cups of fresh pineapple chunks (approx. 350 g)
- 1 and 1/4 cups of sugar (185 g)
- ½ cup of oil (120 ml)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of wheat flour (120 g)
- 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for greasing the pan
- Flour for dusting the pan
Note: For a lactose-free version, use oil to grease the pan and ensure all ingredients are suitable.
Pineapple cake preparation method
Start by heating the pineapple chunks with half a cup of sugar in a small pan over low heat. Stir occasionally for about 10 minutes until the fruit becomes translucent and shiny, losing its raw texture.
Set aside half of the caramelized pineapple and transfer it to the blender, letting it cool for about 10 minutes.
Keep the other half in the pan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup dries and the pieces become golden and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 180ºC. Grease a medium pan with butter or oil and dust with wheat flour to prevent sticking. Prefer baking in a baking tray for easier slicing, preserving the caramelized pieces.
In the blender, add the remaining sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, flour, baking powder, and salt along with the reserved pineapple and blend until a smooth batter forms.
Pour the batter into the pan and evenly distribute the caramelized pineapple on top.
Bake for approximately 40 minutes until the cake rises, turns golden, is firm, and detaches from the sides of the pan. Perform the toothpick test: it should come out clean from the center.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 45 minutes on a rack before slicing and serving.
Suggestions to serve and enjoy your cake
This pineapple cake pairs well as breakfast, afternoon snack, brunch, and dessert. For an even more special experience, serve with a scoop of natural vanilla ice cream.
It is a great option to surprise guests, especially those coming from outside Brazil who want to taste an authentic and tropical flavor.
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Final considerations
This pineapple cake stays soft for up to three days, but we guarantee it will be gone much sooner. Remember to use a sweet pineapple to further enhance this delight.
If you have leftover fresh pineapple, take the opportunity to prepare juice or enjoy it as a natural snack. The versatility of this tropical fruit is huge and fits many occasions.
