Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 6 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained

For the Pineapple Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons pineapple juice (from the drained pineapple)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
   • Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt or tube pan.
2. Cream the Butter, Cream Cheese, and Sugar:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy.
   • Gradually add the sugar, beating until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
3. Add the Eggs and Vanilla:
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Add the Pineapple:
   • Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple until evenly distributed.
6. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 75-85 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Make the Pineapple Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth and pourable.
   • Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or juice as needed.
8. Glaze the Cake:
   • Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the pineapple glaze over the top.
9. Serve:
   • Slice and enjoy!

This Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a delightful dessert with a perfect balance of richness and tropical sweetness. The cream cheese adds a wonderful tang, while the pineapple brings a refreshing burst of flavor.

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