Description
This Pineapple Juice Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert made with fresh pineapple juice, enriched with vegetable oil and eggs, and lightly spiced with cinnamon. The cake is baked to perfection and topped with a sweet pineapple glaze that soaks in beautifully, making it a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. The batter will be slightly thick.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Glaze: While the cake is cooling, prepare the glaze by combining pineapple juice, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, whisking constantly until the glaze is smooth and warmed through.
- Drizzle Glaze: After the cake has cooled for about 10 minutes, remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack. Drizzle the warm pineapple glaze evenly over the top, allowing it to soak into the cake.
- Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving to enjoy the full flavors and moist texture.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple juice if possible for the best flavor.
- You can substitute vegetable oil with canola or light olive oil.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- The cinnamon is optional but adds a lovely warmth to the flavor profile.
- Allowing the glaze to soak in while the cake is warm enhances moisture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
