🇺🇸 Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake 🇺🇸
🍍 This tropical treat combines crushed pineapple and caramel pecan coconut icing for a deliciously sweet, nutty flavor. Perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients:
Cake:
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice 🍍
- 2 large eggs 🥚
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil 🌻
- 1 cup granulated sugar 🍬
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 🍂
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 2 tsp baking soda 🥄
- 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
Icing:
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk 🥛
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter 🧈
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 🍬
- 2 cups shredded coconut 🥥
- 1 cup coarsely chopped, toasted pecans 🌰
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 🍦
- 1/4 tsp salt 🧂
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and crushed pineapple (with juice). Fold in flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Icing: In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, granulated sugar, and butter. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Finish the Icing: Remove from heat and add shredded coconut, toasted pecans, vanilla, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Assemble: Pour the warm icing over the hot cake, spreading it evenly. Let the cake rest to allow the icing to set.
🍰 Slice, serve, and enjoy a slice of American-inspired sweetness! 🇺🇸
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