Description
Patriotic flavors dance in this Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake, blending tropical sweetness with nostalgic American charm. Sweet layers of coconut and pineapple promise a delightful celebration that will make your taste buds salute summer’s delicious spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 can (20 ounces / 567 grams) crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
Liquid and Fat Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup oil
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking, then heat the oven to 350ºF for optimal baking conditions.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whisk together crushed pineapple with its natural juice, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes smooth and fully integrated.
- Carefully sift the flour, baking soda, and salt into the wet ingredients, folding gently to create a uniform batter without overmixing.
- Transfer the cake mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to ensure consistent baking.
- Slide the cake into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges completely clean.
- While the cake bakes, craft the decadent topping by combining evaporated milk, butter, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Allow the mixture to reach a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent scorching.
- Incorporate shredded coconut, chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt into the warm topping, creating a rich and textured glaze.
- Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, drench the hot surface with the prepared coconut-pecan icing, ensuring complete coverage.
- Let the cake rest and cool completely at room temperature before slicing into generous portions and serving.
Notes
- Swap out regular flour for gluten-free flour blend to make this cake suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Toast the coconut and pecans beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra depth to the cake’s topping.
- Control the sweetness by reducing sugar gradually or using alternative sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a more complex taste profile.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and smoother cake texture, especially eggs and oils.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 239
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 147 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 33 mg