Easy Pineapple Cake

Recipe View Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes) Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. This prevents the cake from sticking and ensures easy removal.

Recipe View Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and kosher salt. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, undrained crushed pineapple, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the well. Whisk until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the batter is smooth. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the top is a rich golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (35 minutes)

Recipe View Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool in the dish on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours, or until completely cool. This step is crucial for achieving a clean frosting application and preventing the frosting from melting.

Recipe View Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and softened butter. Using an electric mixer, beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. (1 minute)

Recipe View Finish the Frosting: Add the confectioners' sugar and the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Frost and Serve: Once the cake is completely cooled, evenly spread the cream cheese frosting over the top. Slice, serve, and enjoy this delightful pineapple cake!