Description
A moist and flavorful Hawaiian Wedding Cake featuring crushed pineapple, walnuts, and coconut, topped with a rich and creamy whipped cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations and gatherings, this cake combines tropical flavors with a luscious texture for a delightful dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
- 3/4 cup flaked coconut
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round pan or a 9×13-inch rectangular pan to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: white sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the vanilla extract and crushed pineapple with its juice. Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts and flaked coconut carefully to preserve the texture.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the prepared batter into the greased pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a small bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form to achieve a light and fluffy texture. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with white sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined, creating a luscious whipped frosting.
- Assemble the Cake: After the cake has cooled thoroughly, spread the whipped cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake with a spatula. Optionally, garnish with toasted coconut flakes, extra walnuts, or pineapple slices to enhance the presentation and add extra flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- To toast coconut flakes, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for about 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- This cake can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.
- For extra moisture, you may soak the walnuts in pineapple juice beforehand.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for best frosting texture and flavor.
