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Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake

Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake is a tropical delight that brings sunshine to your plate. The moist layers are infused with the sweetness of pineapple and the richness of coconut, creating a perfectly balanced flavor. Topped with a luscious tropical icing, this cake is a celebration of all things bright and fruity. Whether you're craving a dessert reminiscent of a beach vacation or looking for something unique for your next gathering, this cake is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • For the Tropical Icing:
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 –3 tablespoons pineapple juice
  • ½ teaspoon coconut extract
  • Shredded coconut for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and coconut extracts.
  • Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the coconut milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Gently fold in the crushed pineapple.
  • Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack.
  • Prepare the Tropical Icing: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until fully incorporated. Mix in the pineapple juice and coconut extract. Adjust the consistency by adding more juice if needed.
  • Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of icing on top, then place the second cake layer. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining icing.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle shredded coconut over the top and sides of the cake for decoration.