Pineapple Pecan Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Indulge in the delightful experience of Pineapple Pecan Cream Cheese Pound Cake. This moist and flavorful cake combines the sweet and tangy essence of crushed pineapple with the rich, nutty crunch of pecans, all enveloped in a luscious cream cheese batter. Perfect for family gatherings, celebrations, or as a cozy afternoon treat, this cake is easy to prepare and impressively beautiful on any dessert table. Each slice boasts a tender crumb that melts in your mouth, making it an irresistible choice for dessert lovers. Elevate your baking game with this simple yet elegant recipe and enjoy a slice of tropical paradise.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the sugar, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour into a greased loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg