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Pineapple Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze

Pineapple Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze
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Indulge in a slice of paradise with our delightful Pineapple Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze. This moist, buttery cake captures the vibrant tropical flavor of fresh pineapple, making it an irresistible choice for family gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat after dinner. The rich glaze adds an extra layer of sweetness and a beautiful glossy finish, ensuring your dessert stands out. Perfectly versatile, you can serve it plain or elevate your experience by pairing it with vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this cake is sure to impress everyone at your table.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pineapple extract (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice for glaze)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp reserved pineapple juice
  • Optional: 1 tbsp melted butter for richness
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp pineapple or vanilla extract for flavor boost

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325F (165C) and grease a Bundt or tube pan.
  2. Cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  3. Stir in vanilla and optional pineapple extract. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture alternating with sour cream, then fold in crushed pineapple.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 75-85 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with reserved pineapple juice until smooth and drizzle over cooled cake.

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