Description
Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze is a tropical delight that brings a burst of flavor to any dessert table. This moist and tender pound cake is infused with cream cheese and crushed pineapple, creating a rich, buttery texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a sweet pineapple glaze, it’s the perfect treat for celebrations, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. Easy to make and even better the next day, this cake will quickly become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (well drained)
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, reserved pineapple juice, and lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a bundt pan.
- In a bowl, cream together butter, cream cheese, and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix dry ingredients in another bowl; gradually combine with the creamed mixture.
- Stir in vanilla extract and crushed pineapple before pouring the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 80-90 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before glazing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add chopped nuts or coconut flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.