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Tropical Pineapple Cake Delights

Tropical Pineapple Cake Delights

Indulge in Tropical Pineapple Cake Delights, a moist and irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and bursting with sunshine flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6-8 slices pineapple in syrup
  • q.s. marasquino cherries
  • 60 g butter (melted)
  • 100 g blonde or brown sugar
  • 120 g flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • pinch salt
  • 100 g white sugar
  • 110 g butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 120 ml pineapple juice or milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Equipment

  • Muffin tin or mini cake molds
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Toothpick or cake tester

Method
 

  1. Mix melted butter with brown sugar until smooth and spoon into each mold.
  1. Place a pineapple slice on top of the mixture and add a cherry in the center.
  1. In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time and mix well.
  1. Stir in vanilla essence and alternate adding dry ingredients and pineapple juice/milk to form the batter.
  1. Spoon the batter over the pineapple slices in the molds, filling each about two-thirds full.
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  1. Let the cakes cool in the molds for five minutes before unmolding.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of grated nutmeg into the batter. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate them for longer freshness. Reheat in the microwave before serving for an indulgent treat. Enjoy with whipped cream or ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
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