Tropical Pineapple Macadamia Cake

Tropical Pineapple Macadamia Cake - A Delicious Dessert for Any Occasion
Looking for a dessert that will transport you to a tropical paradise? Look no further than this delicious Tropical Pineapple Macadamia Cake recipe! This cake is the perfect combination of sweet and nutty, with a moist and fluffy texture that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Stir in the crushed pineapple and chopped macadamia nuts.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
6. While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until the frosting is light and fluffy. Stir in the chopped macadamia nuts.
7. Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Garnish with additional chopped macadamia nuts and sliced pineapple, if desired.
This Tropical Pineapple Macadamia Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion, from a summer barbecue to a winter holiday party. The combination of sweet pineapple and nutty macadamia nuts is sure to please any palate, and the moist and fluffy texture of the cake is simply irresistible. So why not give this recipe a try and transport yourself to a tropical paradise today?
Type: Dessert Cake
Ingredients: Pineapple, Macadamia Nuts, Flour
Cooking Tips: Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well before adding it to the batter, as excess liquid can make the cake too moist. Also, be sure to chop the macadamia nuts finely so that they are evenly distributed throughout the cake.