Pineapple Christmas Cake 1953

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13
Tasty Pineapple Christmas Cake recipe for the holiday season
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Prep

20 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

110 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 candied pineapple , rings
1/2 cup drained green maraschino cherry
1/2 cup drained red maraschino cherry
1 lb golden raisin
2 large eggs , beaten
3/4 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 can crushed pineapple , undrained ( use juice )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
447
Sugar
44g
Fat
18g
The Pineapple Christmas Cake is a holiday staple that has been in existence since 1953. It is a fruitcake that is a must-have for those who love to celebrate the holiday with sweet treats. The cake is made with flour, sugar, butter, eggs, crushed pineapple, raisins, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Its distinct flavor and moist texture make it a popular choice during the holiday season. The candied pineapple rings and maraschino cherries on top give the cake its festive look and serve as a reminder of the joyous Christmas season. This is a cake that will have everyone asking for seconds and coming back for more.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Blend in beaten eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract.
4.In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Add this mixture to the creamed mixture in the large mixing bowl and blend thoroughly.
5.Stir in the undrained crushed pineapple and all of the raisins.
6.Grease a 10-inch tube pan and arrange the candied pineapple rings and cherries in the bottom. Pour the cake batter into the pan.
7.Bake for 1 1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8.Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

The Pineapple Christmas Cake is a delicious and attractive centerpiece for the holiday table.

It is loaded with fruits which give it a fantastic flavor and a festive look.

The cake’s texture is soft and moist, and the addition of almond extract gives it a unique aroma that is irresistible.

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation to maintain a healthy diet.

In addition to Golden raisins, it also contains candied pineapple and maraschino cherries, which may not be to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this cake is not a health food, it does contain some nutritious ingredients.
Pineapple is a great source of vitamin C, and raisins are rich in fiber and iron.
Additionally, almonds used as extracts in recipe are high in healthy fats and vitamins.

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