Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 75-90 minutes
Total Time: ~2 hours
Servings: 12
Introduction
If you’re looking for the ultimate tropical dessert, this pineapple cream cheese pound cake is a pure indulgence. My husband called it—and I couldn’t agree more. This Southern-inspired cake blends the richness of cream cheese with the sweet tang of pineapple, creating a moist, buttery pound cake that’s perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a simple weekend treat.
Whether you serve it warm with a caramelized pineapple garnish or chilled with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this recipe is guaranteed to win compliments and second helpings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1 can of pineapple slices (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted, for topping)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
