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Easy Hawaiian Pineapple Cake – Moist Tropical Cream Cheese Dessert

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This Hawaiian Pineapple Cake is a moist and fluffy tropical dessert made with crushed pineapple, topped with rich cream cheese frosting and crunchy pecans. It’s a sweet, easy-to-make treat perfect for gatherings or everyday desserts.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl.
  3. Add eggs, pineapple with juice, vanilla, and oil; mix well.
  4. Fold in pecans.
  5. Pour into pan and bake 30–35 minutes.
  6. Cool completely.
  7. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar.
  8. Frost cooled cake and serve.

Notes

  • Use pineapple with juice for best moisture.
  • Let cake cool fully before frosting.
  • Toast pecans for extra flavor.
  • Store in fridge for freshness.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian