Pineapple Cake With Cream Cheese Ginger Frost

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, tropical pineapple cake topped with a zesty ginger and cream cheese frosting.
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This classic Pineapple Cake is incredibly moist and bursting with tropical flavor, thanks to crushed pineapple and a hint of warmth from ginger. The crumb is tender and dense, perfect for soaking up the rich, tangy cream cheese frosting. It’s an effortless dessert that tastes homemade and comforting, ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or a sweet treat after dinner. With simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and walnuts, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. The combination of sweet pineapple and spicy ginger in the frosting creates a sophisticated balance that pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea.

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Pineapple Cake With Cream Cheese Ginger Frost

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 1378.2

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This classic Pineapple Cake is incredibly moist and bursting with tropical flavor, thanks to crushed pineapple and a hint of warmth from ginger. The crumb is tender and dense, perfect for soaking up the rich, tangy cream cheese frosting. It&# 226;ÂÂs an effortless dessert that tastes homemade and comforting, ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or a sweet treat after dinner. With simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and walnuts, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. The combination of sweet pineapple and spicy ginger in the frosting creates a sophisticated balance that pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the crushed pineapple (including juice), flour, sugar, brown sugar, and baking soda to the eggs.
  4. Stir in the chopped walnuts until all ingredients are just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into an ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  8. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Gradually add the powdered sugar and ginger, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  10. Spread the ginger cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1378.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.0g67%
Saturated Fat 4.7g24%
Cholesterol 93.2mg32%
Sodium 75.8mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 231.5g78%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g35%
Sugars 131.0g
Protein 24.9g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pineapple, cake, cream cheese, frosting, ginger, walnuts, baking, dessert, tropical, moist, easy, homemade, potluck, sheet cake
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