Strawberry Pineapple Cake
A delightful cake that combines juicy strawberries and sweet pineapple, creating a vibrant dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour The foundation of your cake.
- 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter Creamy and rich for a tender crumb.
- 1 cups Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness.
- 3 large Eggs Binds and adds moisture.
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder For the cake to rise.
- 1/2 teaspoons Salt Enhances flavors.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses warmth and aroma.
- 1 cups Sour Cream or Plain Greek Yogurt Adds richness and moisture.
- 1 cups Fresh Strawberries Juicy, sweet bursts of summer flavor.
- 1 cups Crushed Pineapple Tropical accent that pairs perfectly.
- 1 cups Powdered Sugar For glazing the cake.
- 1/4 cups Pineapple Juice Enhances pineapple flavor for the glaze.
- 1 tablespoon Flour for Tossing Fruit Prevents fruit from sinking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash, dry, hull, and chop the strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
- Drain and pat dry the crushed pineapple, then toss both fruits in a light dusting of flour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf or bundt pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Mixing Batter
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each one.
- Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in the prepared strawberries and crushed pineapple.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40 minutes.
- Check with a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean.
Finishing Touches
- Let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and vanilla until thick, then drizzle over the cooled cake.
Serving
- Store covered at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for a week.
Notes
Consider using low-sugar or dairy-free substitutions if desired. Serve with ice cream or fresh fruit for variations.