This Hawaiian Wedding Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert, featuring crushed pineapple and topped with a luscious whipped cream cheese frosting. Perfect for special occasions and gatherings, this cake is sure to impress.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🍬 2 cups granulated sugar
- 🥄 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 🍍 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice (do not drain)
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 🥥 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 🥜 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
For the Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 🧀 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 🍬 1 cup powdered sugar
- 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 🥛 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For Garnish (optional):
- 🍍 Additional crushed pineapple
- 🥥 Shredded coconut
- 🥜 Chopped pecans
- 🍒 Maraschino cherries
📝 Directions:
Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add the crushed pineapple (with juice), eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until well combined.
- Add Mix-ins (optional):
- Fold in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans if using.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish.
Prepare the Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Beat Cream Cheese:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Vanilla:
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine and Sweeten:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
Assemble the Cake:
- Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the whipped cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Garnish (optional):
- Sprinkle additional crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and maraschino cherries on top for garnish if desired.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve your Hawaiian Wedding Cake. Enjoy!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes
Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- This cake is best stored in the refrigerator and can be kept for up to 3 days.
- For an extra tropical flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of coconut extract to the cake batter.
- Make sure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.