1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan (or loaf pans).
2. Cream Butter, Cream Cheese & Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, cream cheese, and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
3. Add Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Mix Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture until just combined.
5. Fold in Flavor
Stir in vanilla and drained crushed pineapple. Do not overmix.
6. Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 70–80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool & Glaze
Cool cake in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack. Drizzle with pineapple glaze (if using) or dust with powdered sugar.
Tips for Success
- Drain pineapple well – Too much liquid can make the cake heavy.
- Room temperature ingredients – Ensure butter, cream cheese, and eggs mix smoothly.
- Don’t overbake – Pound cake should be moist; check for doneness at 70 minutes.
- Storage – Keeps fresh at room temp for 3 days, or refrigerate up to a week. Freezes beautifully.
Fun Variations
- Coconut Twist – Stir in ½ cup shredded coconut to the batter.
- Nutty Pineapple Pound Cake – Fold in chopped pecans or macadamia nuts.
- Tropical Glaze – Add coconut milk or rum to the glaze for extra flair.
- Layered Dessert – Slice cake and serve with whipped cream and fresh pineapple chunks.
What to Serve With Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake
This cake is rich enough to shine alone but pairs wonderfully with:
- A dollop of whipped cream or scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Fresh berries or extra pineapple slices
- A cup of coffee, tea, or even a tropical cocktail
Why This Cake Will Be a Favorite
Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake is comfort food with a tropical twist. The buttery richness of pound cake meets the tangy creaminess of cream cheese and the sweetness of pineapple for a dessert that’s both familiar and exciting.
It’s moist, flavorful, and truly unforgettable—the kind of cake that makes people ask for seconds (and the recipe).
Final Thought: If you’re craving a dessert that’s moist, rich, and kissed with tropical sweetness, this Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake is the one. A true Southern classic with a sunny island flair.