Description
Loaded with juicy pineapple and rich sour cream, this easy loaf cake delivers tropical flavor in every bite. Finished with a simple pineapple glaze for a bakery-worthy finish at home.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream
1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
For the Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp pineapple juice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating after each. Stir in vanilla.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and sour cream, beginning and ending with dry. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the drained crushed pineapple.
Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Mix powdered sugar and pineapple juice in a small bowl and drizzle over cooled cake.
Notes
Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or buttermilk.
Add shredded coconut, nuts, or citrus zest for extra flavor.
Use fresh pineapple if well-drained and finely crushed.
For a richer topping, use cream cheese frosting instead of glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
