Description
Hello, dear food enthusiasts! Today, we are diving into a tropical delight that is sure to brighten up your day and satisfy your sweet cravings. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake. This cake is not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for your eyes. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
- 3 cups cream cheese frosting
Optional Substitutions: For a dairy-free version, you can use vegan butter and a dairy-free cream cheese alternative. You can also substitute the eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg).
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Beat the butter and sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the coconut milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost the cakes once cooled. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process with the third layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish with pineapple chunks and toasted coconut flakes.
Equipment
Kids Chill Leak-Proof Lunch Box – Included Reusable Ice Pack Keeps Food Cold
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2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Drain the pineapple well to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
- Toast the coconut flakes lightly to bring out their flavor.