cooking spray
240g all-purpose flour
400g white sugar
10g baking soda
3g kosher salt
2 large eggs
1 (565g) can crushed pineapple with juice
5g vanilla extract
1 (225g) package cream cheese
115g unsalted butter, softened
180g confectioners' sugar
5g vanilla extract
Step 1
Prepare by preheating the oven to 175°C (350°F) and greasing a 23x33cm baking dish with cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine flour, white sugar, baking soda, and salt. Create a well in the center.
Step 3
Add eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla; mix until thoroughly combined.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Allow the cake to cool in the dish on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours.
Step 6
To prepare the frosting: In a mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer until smooth, for about 1 minute.
Step 7
Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until creamy, for 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Spread the luscious frosting on the cooled cake.
Step 9
Serve and savor the tropical delight!