Pineapple Chocolate Cake

This decadent Pineapple Chocolate Cake offers a delightful contrast between deep, rich chocolate and bright, tropical pineapple notes. The cake itself is incredibly moist, thanks to the addition of boiling water which intensifies the chocolate flavor, and a tender crumb achieved through careful creaming of butter and sugar. It is an ideal dessert for celebrations, potlucks, or whenever you crave something indulgent yet comforting. The texture is soft and airy, while the traditional Pineapple Fluff Frosting adds a creamy, slightly tangy finish that cuts through the sweetness perfectly. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and texture, making it a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any special occasion.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 12

Calories: 1188.6

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

This decadent Pineapple Chocolate Cake offers a delightful contrast between deep, rich chocolate and bright, tropical pineapple notes. The cake itself is incredibly moist, thanks to the addition of boiling water which intensifies the chocolate flavor, and a tender crumb achieved through careful creaming of butter and sugar. It is an ideal dessert for celebrations, potlucks, or whenever you crave something indulgent yet comforting. The texture is soft and airy, while the traditional Pineapple Fluff Frosting adds a creamy, slightly tangy finish that cuts through the sweetness perfectly. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and texture, making it a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any special occasion.

Ingredients

2 1/3 cup Cake flour; sifted
2 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
3/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Soda
2/3 cup Butter; or shortening
1 1/4 cup Sugar
1 Egg; unbeaten
2 Egg Yolks; unbeaten
3 ounce Unsweetened Choc.; melted
3/4 cup Milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1/3 cup Boiling water

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9-inch layer pans or line with parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, salt, and soda three times to ensure a light texture.
3
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
4
Add the whole egg and egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5
Stir in the melted unsweetened chocolate until fully blended.
6
Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Beat until smooth after each addition.
7
Stir in the vanilla extract.
8
Carefully stir in the boiling water, beating quickly and thoroughly until the batter is smooth and slightly thin.
9
Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans.
10
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11
Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
12
Once cooled, spread Pineapple Fluff Frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1188.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.9g65%
Saturated Fat 14.1g71%
Cholesterol 0.9mg1%
Sodium 4068.8mg170%
Total Carbohydrate 192.2g65%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 77.5g
Protein 12.9g26%

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

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