Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Pineapple Sour Cream Pound Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that perfectly blends the richness of sour cream with the sweet brightness of pineapple. This cake is not only ideal for family gatherings and birthdays but also makes for a comforting afternoon treat. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, it’s a show-stopper that will impress your guests at any occasion. Easy to make and delightful to eat, it’s sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream, room temperature
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pineapple extract (optional)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2–3 cups powdered sugar (adjust to desired thickness)
- 2 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice (more if needed to thin)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a bundt or tube pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract. If using pineapple extract, add it now.
- Gently fold in the well-drained crushed pineapple.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet batter in small batches, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for approximately 55 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding powdered sugar, then stir in reserved pineapple juice until desired consistency is reached. Drizzle or spread over the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg