Pineapple Wonder Cake Recipe

My aunt's secret recipe! This moist and delicious Pineapple Wonder Cake features a sweet and tangy pineapple topping that perfectly complements the tender cake base. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make dessert.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 4375.1 kcal
Protein 81g
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Ingredients for Pineapple Wonder Cake

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How to Make Pineapple Wonder Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  8. While cake is baking, prepare the topping: In a saucepan, combine ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup butter, and ½ cup crushed pineapple with its juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly (about 5 minutes).
  9. Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool slightly in the pan before pouring the warm pineapple topping evenly over it.
  11. Let the cake cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

138 g

Sugar

2570g

Fat

309g

Carbs

278g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pineapple Wonder Cake?

Pineapple Wonder Cake takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pineapple Wonder Cake?

Pineapple Wonder Cake has approximately 4375.1 calories per serving, with about 81 g protein, 278 g carbohydrates and 161 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pineapple Wonder Cake?

The key ingredients for Pineapple Wonder Cake are Eggs, Flour, Sugar, Baking Soda, Crushed Pineapple In Juice, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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