Here’s a delicious recipe for Hawaiian Wedding Cake with Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting:
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
For garnish:
- Sweetened shredded coconut
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Make the cake batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking soda. Add the eggs, crushed pineapple (with juice), chopped nuts, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- Bake the cake: Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
- Make the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Frost the cake: Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the whipped cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
- Garnish the cake: Sprinkle the top of the frosted cake with sweetened shredded coconut and place maraschino cherries on top for decoration.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the Hawaiian Wedding Cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the frosting to set. Slice and serve the cake chilled. Enjoy!
This Hawaiian Wedding Cake with Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful and tropical dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or anytime you’re craving something sweet and fruity. Enjoy the delicious combination of pineapple, nuts, coconut, and creamy frosting!
