Description
Indulge in the delightful Pineapple Pecan Cream Cheese Pound Cake, a perfect blend of tropical flavors and nutty crunch. This cake features a moist, rich texture thanks to the combined goodness of cream cheese and crushed pineapple, complemented by the satisfying crunch of pecans. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a sweet treat with your afternoon tea, this cake is sure to impress. With straightforward preparation steps and accessible ingredients, even novice bakers can create this delicious dessert. Serve it plain, or elevate it with fresh fruit or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add sugars.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time and mix in crushed pineapple.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chopped pecans.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg