Juicy Pineapple Cake (Print version)

A tender pineapple cake soaked with a sweet pineapple condensed milk glaze and topped with juicy pineapple chunks.

# Ingredients:

For the cake

01 - 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
04 - 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
06 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
09 - 1 cup (180 g) crushed pineapple, drained, juice reserved
10 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) pineapple juice

For the glaze and topping

11 - 1/2 cup (150 g) sweetened condensed milk
12 - 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
13 - Pinch of fine salt
14 - 1/2 cup (90 g) pineapple chunks, drained
15 - Fresh mint leaves, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan and line the bottom with parchment if you want easier removal.
02 - Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar for 2-3 minutes, until lighter and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
04 - Add the flour mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and 1/2 cup pineapple juice just until combined.
05 - Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Bake for 32-36 minutes, until the top springs back lightly and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
06 - Stir the sweetened condensed milk, 2 tablespoons pineapple juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth and pourable.
07 - Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes. Poke holes across the top with a skewer, then spoon the glaze over the warm cake in two additions so it can soak in.
08 - Let the cake cool completely, then top with pineapple chunks and mint if using. Chill for cleaner slices or serve at room temperature.

# Good to know:

01 - Best after 3-4 hours of resting so the glaze can soak into the crumb.
02 - Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
03 - Use canned pineapple packed in juice, not heavy syrup.

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