Description
Indulge your taste buds with the Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake—a tropical delight that transforms any gathering into a festive celebration! This moist and flavorful cake combines the sweetness of crushed pineapple with the rich creaminess of coconut, topped off with a decadent coconut-pecan icing that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for summer barbecues, family reunions, or holiday festivities, this cake is as visually appealing as it is delicious. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this crowd-pleasing dessert that evokes the essence of sunny days and joyful moments.
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, with juices
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed pineapple (with juice), eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar; mix well.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixture; stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the icing by simmering evaporated milk, butter, and sugar in a saucepan until melted. Stir in shredded coconut, pecans, vanilla extract, and salt; cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Pour icing over warm cake right after removing from oven.
- Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For a nut-free version, simply omit pecans. You can substitute fresh pineapple if desired—just ensure it's finely chopped. For added flair, top slices with fresh fruit or whipped coconut cream.