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Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze

Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze

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Treat yourself to a slice of Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Pineapple Glaze, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the rich, creamy texture of cream cheese. This moist pound cake is an ideal choice for any gathering—be it a festive celebration, a cozy family brunch, or a simple afternoon indulgence. With its light and fluffy consistency, complemented by a luscious pineapple glaze, this cake is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325F (163C) and grease a bundt pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract and well-drained crushed pineapple. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  6. Bake for 80-90 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with reserved pineapple juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.

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