Delicious Pina Colada Cake Inspired by Palmas del Mar

Indulge in the flavors of the tropics with this Pina Colada Cake. This cake is inspired by the beautiful resort of Palmas del Mar and combines the refreshing taste of pineapple and coconut. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

• For the cake:
• - 2 cups all-purpose flour
• - 2 teaspoons baking powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon salt
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• - 1 cup granulated sugar
• - 2 large eggs
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained
• - 1/2 cup coconut milk
• - 1/2 cup shredded coconut
• - For the frosting:
• - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• - 4 cups powdered sugar
• - 1/4 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained
• - 1/4 cup coconut milk
• - 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
• - 1/4 cup shredded coconut, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the crushed pineapple and coconut milk.
6. Stir in the shredded coconut.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
10. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by creaming together the softened butter, powdered sugar, crushed pineapple, coconut milk, and rum extract in a mixing bowl.
11. Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
12. Sprinkle the shredded coconut on top for garnish.
13. Slice and serve the delicious Pina Colada Cake.

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