Coconut Cake with Pineapple Filling: The Best Tropical Delight
Indulge in the exquisite layers of Coconut Cake with Pineapple Filling, a delightful treat that transports you to a tropical paradise.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with milk.
- Fold in shredded coconut and crushed pineapple.
- Pour batter into greased cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes, then frost with your favorite coconut frosting.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of vanilla extract to the batter.
- Make sure the pineapple is well-drained to avoid soggy layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coconut Cake, Pineapple Filling, Tropical Dessert, Cake Recipe