Pineapple Coconut Cake is a soft, moist, tropical-style dessert made with juicy pineapple, creamy coconut, and a fluffy vanilla cake base. It’s rich but refreshing at the same time, making it perfect for celebrations, summer gatherings, or anytime you want a “vacation in a bite” dessert.
⏱️ Recipe Information
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour
Total Time: About 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Difficulty: Easy
🍰 Ingredients
For the Cake
3 large eggs
200 g (1 cup) sugar
120 ml (½ cup) vegetable oil
200 ml (¾ cup) pineapple juice (from canned pineapple or fresh)
250 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
10 g (2 tsp) baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For the Filling & Topping
1 can crushed pineapple (drained, juice reserved)
200 ml (¾ cup) coconut milk or cream
200 ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream
2–3 tbsp powdered sugar
50 g (½ cup) shredded coconut (toasted or plain)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the cake batter
In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add:
Oil
Pineapple juice
Vanilla
Mix well.
Step 2: Add dry ingredients
Sift in:
Flour
Baking powder
Salt
Mix until smooth and lump-free.
Step 3: Bake
Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool completely.
Step 4: Prepare the creamy topping
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Gently fold in coconut milk.
Step 5: Assemble the cake
Poke small holes in the cooled cake using a fork.
Spoon pineapple juice over the cake to keep it moist.
Spread crushed pineapple evenly on top.
Then spread the coconut cream mixture.
Step 6: Finish
Sprinkle shredded coconut over the top.
Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pineapple Coconut Cake is best served:
Chilled ❄️
With coffee or iced tea
At summer parties or BBQs
As a light dessert after heavy meals
💡 Tips for Best Results
✔ Use chilled cream for better whipping ✔ Toast coconut for deeper flavor ✔ Let cake soak for at least 1 hour for best texture ✔ Use fresh pineapple juice if possible ✔ Don’t overmix the batter
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