Classic Pineapple Cake

 Here's a classic pineapple cake recipe with accurate measurements and ingredients:

*Pineapple Cake Recipe*

*Ingredients:*

For the cake:

- 2 1/4 cups (285g) all-purpose flour

- 1 1/2 cups (180g) granulated sugar

- 2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

- 1 cup (235ml) whole milk

- 2 large eggs

- 1 cup (165g) crushed pineapple (drained)

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the frosting:

- 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, softened

- 2 cups (400g) cream cheese, softened

- 2 cups (400g) powdered sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

*Instructions:*

*Cake:*

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.

2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk butter and milk.

4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well.

5. Stir in crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.

6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.

7. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans.

8. Bake 30-35 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

*Frosting:*

1. Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.

2. Gradually add powdered sugar.

3. Beat until creamy.

4. Add vanilla extract.

*Assembly:*

1. Cool cakes completely.

2. Place one cake layer on serving plate.

3. Spread frosting.

4. Top with second cake layer.

5. Frost entire cake.

*Tips:*

- Use fresh pineapple for best flavor.

- Don't overmix batter.

- Let cake cool completely before frosting.

*Nutrition Information (per serving):*

- Calories: 420-520

- Total Fat: 24-30g

- Cholesterol: 60-80mg

- Sodium: 350-450mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 50-60g

- Dietary Fiber: 2-3g

- Sugars: 35-45g

- Protein: 5-6g

*Variations:*

- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture.

- Use pineapple juice instead of milk for extra flavor.

- Top with whipped cream or chopped fresh pineapple.

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Here's a detailed calorie chart for a classic pineapple cake recipe, assuming 8-10 servings per cake:

*Per Serving (1 slice):*

*Cake Only:*

- Calories: 320-400

- Total Fat: 18-22g

    - Saturated Fat: 10-14g

    - Trans Fat: 0.5-1g

- Cholesterol: 40-60mg

- Sodium: 250-350mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 35-45g

    - Dietary Fiber: 2-3g

    - Sugars: 25-35g

- Protein: 4-5g

*Frosting:*

- Calories: 200-250

- Total Fat: 14-18g

    - Saturated Fat: 9-12g

    - Trans Fat: 0.5-1g

- Cholesterol: 20-30mg

- Sodium: 50-100mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 20-25g

    - Sugars: 15-20g

- Protein: 2-3g

*Total Nutrition Information (Cake + Frosting):*

- Calories: 520-650

- Total Fat: 32-40g

- Cholesterol: 60-90mg

- Sodium: 300-450mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 55-70g

- Dietary Fiber: 4-6g

- Sugars: 40-55g

- Protein: 6-8g

*Macronutrient Breakdown:*

- Carbohydrates: 55-60%

- Protein: 10-12%

- Fat: 30-35%

*Vitamins and Minerals:*

- Vitamin A: 10-15% of the Daily Value (DV)

- Vitamin C: 20-25% of the DV

- Calcium: 10-15% of the DV

- Iron: 10-15% of the DV

*Other Nutritional Information:*

- Caffeine: 0-5mg (from pineapple)

- Fiber Content: 4-6g (from flour, pineapple, and sugar)

- Glycemic Index: 55-60 (medium-high)

*Variations:*

- With nuts (walnuts or pecans): +100-150 calories, +5-7g fat, +2-3g protein

- With whipped cream: +100-150 calories, +5-7g fat, +2-3g sugar

Note: Nutrition values may vary depending on specific ingredient brands and measurements.

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