How to Make Pineapple Pound Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things as comforting and satisfying as a slice of homemade pound cake. And when you add the bright, tropical flavor of pineapple to the mix, you get a dessert that is truly irresistible. This Pineapple Pound Cake recipe combines the rich, buttery taste of traditional pound cake with the sweet, tangy flavor of pineapple, creating a treat that is perfect for any occasion.

Whether you're serving it at a summer barbecue, bringing it to a potluck, or just craving a sweet afte...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar
  • 6 eggs
  • 3 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup crushed pineapple with juice
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 to 10 - inch tube pan

  • Grease and flour a 10 inch tube pan. Sift together the flour, and baking powder. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, 1 cup butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with milk; beat well. Stir in the 3/4 cup crushed pineapple.
  • Pour into 10 inch tube pan. Place in cold oven. Turn oven to 325 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for 90 minutes or until top springs back when touched. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Remove carefully from pan.
  • To make the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup butter, confectioners sugar and 1 cup crushed pineapple. heat and stir until melted. Pour over cake as soon as it comes out of the pan.
  • Nutrition

    500 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 128mg
    • Sodium: 175mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 40g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 109mg