Hawaiian Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs, vanilla, and the entire can of undrained crushed pineapple.
Stir by hand just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be thick.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Place the pan on a wire rack and allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until completely smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, beating on low speed until incorporated, then increase speed until the frosting is smooth.
Beat in the vanilla extract.

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the creamy frosting evenly over the top.
Sprinkle with chopped nuts, if using.
Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Chef's Tips & Variations

Undrained Pineapple is Key: Do not drain the pineapple! The juice is essential for the cake's moisture and flavor. Using it undrained is what makes this cake so uniquely moist.
Room Temperature Ingredients: Using room-temperature eggs, cream cheese, and butter is crucial for a smooth batter and frosting without lumps.
Don't Overmix: Stir the batter by hand and only until the flour disappears. Overmixing will develop the gluten and make the cake tough.
Cool Completely: This is a very moist cake. If you try to frost it while it's still warm, the frosting will melt and become runny.
Coconut Variation: For a piña colada twist, add ½ cup of sweetened shredded coconut to the batter or sprinkle it on top with the nuts.
Make it a Sheet Cake: For an easy, rustic presentation, you can bake the cake in a greased and floured half-sheet pan (jelly roll pan) for 20-25 minutes.

Enjoy this wonderfully easy, moist, and tropical-tasting cake!

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