Description
A moist and buttery pound cake infused with tropical pineapple and coconut flavors, finished with a sweet pineapple glaze and toasted coconut for a delicious pina colada-inspired dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240 ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup (240 g) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup (50 g) sweetened shredded coconut
- For the glaze:
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons toasted shredded coconut (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla and coconut extracts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and coconut milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
- Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and shredded coconut.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60–75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk powdered sugar with pineapple juice to form a smooth glaze. Drizzle over cooled cake and sprinkle with toasted coconut before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the pineapple well to avoid excess moisture.
- For extra flavor, brush the warm cake with a little pineapple juice before glazing.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- This cake freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American