Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake

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This Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake will transport your taste buds straight to paradise! Moist, fluffy, and loaded with sweet pineapple and creamy coconut, this dessert is perfect for celebrations or simply indulging your cravings.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • ½ cup crushed pineapple, drained

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • ¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ cup water

For the Frosting:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Garnish:

  • Toasted shredded coconut
  • Pineapple slices or chunks

  • Instructions

    Step 1: Make the Cake

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
    2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
    4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and coconut milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the crushed pineapple.
    5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.

    Step 2: Prepare the Filling

    1. In a medium saucepan, combine the pineapple, shredded coconut, sugar, cornstarch, and water.
    2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Allow to cool completely.

    Step 3: Whip the Frosting

    1. Beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.

    Step 4: Assemble the Cake

    1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the pineapple-coconut filling evenly over the top.
    2. Add the second cake layer and frost the entire cake with whipped cream frosting.
    3. Garnish with toasted coconut and pineapple slices, if desired.
    4. Enjoy this delightful Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake, and let every bite bring you a little taste of the tropics! 🌴🍍

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