Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups sugar
– 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup vegetable oil
– 4 large eggs, at room temperature
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup butter, softened
– 3 cups powdered sugar
Equipment Needed
– Large mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Cooling rack
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start making this delightful cake, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C). While that is warming up, I gather all my ingredients and start by whisking together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Then I mix in the oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and the crushed pineapple. I love watching the batter come together, with the bright yellow from the pineapple shining through. Once everything is combined, I gently fold in the chopped pecans, making sure not to overmix. This batter is pure magic! (See the next page below to continue steps…)