Description

This Pineapple Pound Cake is a blissful treat bursting with flavor from crushed and dried pineapples. Simple to make and incredibly delicious, it’s great for parties or family gatherings. Enjoy the moist texture and delightful sweetness with every bite!

Ingredients

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1 cup dried pineapple diced small
1/3 cup orange juice or rum optional
2 ¾ cups cake flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 ½ cups unsalted butter room temperature
2 ½ cups granulated sugar
6 large eggs room temperature
1 cup buttermilk room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple drained well, juice reserved
1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
3 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch kosher salt
1 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar

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Instructions

Soak the dried pineapple in orange juice or rum for 2 hours, then drain and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 325°F and prepare a 12-cup Bundt pan with nonstick baking spray.
In a medium bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking soda.
In a stand mixer, beat butter and sugar for 4 minutes until fluffy and pale yellow.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well and scraping the bowl after each addition.
Lower the mixer speed and gradually mix in the dry ingredients without over mixing.
Mix in buttermilk, vanilla, crushed pineapple, and soaked pineapple until just combined, then turn off the mixer.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 70-75 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a plate to cool for at least an hour.
For the glaze, whisk together melted butter, pineapple juice, vanilla, and salt, then gradually incorporate confectioners’ sugar. Pour over the cooled cake and let set.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider using dark rum instead of orange juice when soaking the dried pineapple.
Ensure the butter and eggs are at room temperature for a better batter consistency.
Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 386
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 245mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 109mg