Description

Experience tropical bliss with this moist and fluffy Pineapple Juice Cake, bursting with sweet, citrusy pineapple notes in every slice. Made with simple pantry staples and fresh pineapple juice, this cake offers a light, tender crumb perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed plain, glazed, or topped with frosting, it delivers a refreshing tropical flavor that’s family-friendly and easy to make.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

3 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup fresh pineapple juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare Your Pan and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan to prevent sticking. Gather all ingredients at room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to incorporate air and ensure even leavening.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated, forming a moist batter base.
Bring It All Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender, fluffy texture.
Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. The cake should be golden and spring back when lightly pressed.
Cool and Enjoy: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely to preserve moistness and prevent sogginess.

Notes

Use fresh pineapple juice for the best natural flavor; canned juice is acceptable but less bright.
Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.
Bring eggs and liquids to room temperature for even mixing and baking.
Begin checking for doneness 5 minutes before the minimum bake time as ovens vary.
Optional: Brush the cooled cake with a glaze made from leftover pineapple juice and powdered sugar for extra moisture and shine.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 24 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg

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