Chilean Pineapple Cake Recipe

Celebrate with this irresistible Chilean Pineapple Cake, a family favorite! This recipe, perfect for birthdays or any special occasion, features a moist pineapple cake with a delightful hint of spice (alcohol optional!). While it requires some prep time, the result is a truly unforgettable dessert. Impress your loved ones with this authentic Chilean treat – they'll be asking for more!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 736.2 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Chilean Pineapple Cake

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How to Make Chilean Pineapple Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. 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 vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Drain the pineapple chunks and reserve 1/2 cup of the juice. Add the drained pineapple chunks to the batter.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the reserved pineapple juice and the milk (or rum if using). Add to the batter and mix well.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, frost with your favorite frosting (see frosting recipe below or use store-bought).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

186g

Fat

143g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chilean Pineapple Cake?

Chilean Pineapple Cake takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chilean Pineapple Cake?

Chilean Pineapple Cake has approximately 736.2 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 73 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chilean Pineapple Cake?

The key ingredients for Chilean Pineapple Cake are Eggs, Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Cornstarch, Baking Powder, Pineapple Chunks. See the full list with measurements above.

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