Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup pineapple juice (canned or fresh)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pineapple Glaze (Optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons pineapple juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the pineapple juice, and mix until well combined. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Pineapple Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the pineapple glaze over the cooled cake.
Serving:
Serve slices of this delightful Pineapple Juice Cake as a dessert or treat. Its moist texture and sweet pineapple flavor make it a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea or coffee.
