Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F (163C). Grease and flour bundt or loaf pans.
- Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and optional coconut extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together. Gradually combine with the wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Gently fold in drained pineapple and shredded coconut.
- Pour batter into prepared pan(s) and smooth the top. Bake for 80-90 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts or using fresh pineapple instead of canned. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.