Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Hawaii with this delightful Hawaiian Wedding Cake. A moist pineapple-infused cake topped with a velvety whipped cream cheese frosting, this dessert is perfect for any celebration or simply as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (undrained)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the frosting:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (thawed)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, salt, and vanilla. Add the crushed pineapple with juice and mix until well combined. Fold in the nuts if using.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Make the frosting: Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until light and fluffy.
- Frost the cake: Spread the frosting over the cooled cake. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- This cake is even better the next day after the flavors have had time to develop.
- For added tropical flavor, top with toasted coconut or extra pineapple tidbits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
