Description
A nostalgic treat with a moist texture and delightful flavors, perfect for gatherings and enjoying with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of vinegar)
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups crushed pineapple (drained) or applesauce
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans or one large 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing gently.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and coconut, if using.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For healthier options, substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar and use unsweetened applesauce in place of oil. This cake can also be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg