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Pineapple Layer Cake with Glaze on a glass stand with creamy pineapple frosting layers

Pineapple Layer Cake with Glaze

Summary: A moist and fluffy Pineapple Layer Cake with Glaze bursting with tropical pineapple flavor and topped with a tangy, sweet glaze. Perfect for summer gatherings, birthdays, or family desserts, this cake is easy, light, and delightful.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • For the Cake:
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple fresh or canned, drained
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tbsp pineapple juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickening

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • 2 x 8-inch cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • - Whisk & spatula
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Cooling racks

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. 1️⃣ Prepare the Batter:
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans.
  4. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Add vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with pineapple juice, until smooth. Fold in crushed pineapple gently.
  6. 2️⃣ Bake:
  7. Pour the batter into prepared pans evenly. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. 3️⃣ Make the Glaze:
  9. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and cornstarch (if using) until smooth and pourable.
  10. 4️⃣ Assemble:
  11. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and drizzle glaze over it. Place the second layer on top, then pour remaining glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides naturally.

Notes

Notes:
✅ For extra tropical flavor, add ½ cup shredded coconut to the batter.
✅ Substitute pineapple juice with orange juice for variation.
✅ Add cream cheese frosting if you prefer a richer topping instead of glaze.
✅ Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.