Pineapple Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pineapple Pecan Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Introduction

Pineapple pecan cake with cream cheese frosting is one of those classic desserts that instantly feels comforting and homemade. The cake is incredibly moist thanks to crushed pineapple, while toasted pecans add a delightful nutty crunch in every bite. Finished with a smooth, tangy cream cheese frosting, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweet and rich. It’s the kind of dessert that works beautifully for birthdays, potlucks, holidays, or simply when you want to bake something special that everyone will love.

Ingredients

For the Pineapple Pecan Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g / 8.8 oz)
• 1½ cups granulated sugar (300 g / 10.6 oz)
• 2 teaspoons baking soda (10 g)
• ½ teaspoon salt (3 g)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
• 1 can crushed pineapple with juice (20 oz / 565 g)
• 1 cup chopped pecans (110 g / 3.9 oz)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened (225 g)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (113 g / 4 oz)
• 3 cups powdered sugar (360 g / 12.7 oz)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
• 2 tablespoons milk (30 ml, optional for consistency)

Optional Garnish

• ¼ cup chopped pecans (30 g / 1 oz)
• Pineapple tidbits for decoration

Instructions