Pina Colada Cake

The Pina Colada cake is inspired by the popular tropical cocktail of the same name, which combines the flavors of pineapple and coconut. It’s a delicious and refreshing dessert that captures the essence of a tropical getaway.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Pina Colada Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Butter
• 1 cup Sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Coconut milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Crushed pineapple
• ¹⁄₂ cup Shredded coconut
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• optional for garnish Maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the coconut milk, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just blended. Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, spread whipped cream over the top of the cake. Garnish with maraschino cherries, if desired.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.