Pina Colada Cake I

The Pina Colada Cake is inspired by the popular tropical cocktail, the Pina Colada, which originated in Puerto Rico. The combination of pineapple, coconut, and rum flavors in this cake captures the essence of the classic cocktail.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 130 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Pina Colada Cake I

Cooking Method: Baking, Mixing Cuisine: American, Caribbean Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 3 Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Coconut milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Crushed pineapple, drained
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 12 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, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a 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 cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once the cake has cooled, spread whipped cream over the top and sides. Decorate with maraschino cherries.
8. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
9. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 45g

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.