cajun cake

With its bright flavors and delicious seafood, Cajun cuisine is one of the best and most vibrant culinary styles in North America. However, when listing its best dishes, people often overlook Cajun desserts.

Old-Fashioned Cajun Cake

Cajun cake is a sweet dessert packed with warm flavors. The main ingredients are pineapple and pecan, which give the cake a hint of tropical flavors. However, you won’t have to put in a lot of effort to make this delicious cake. This simple yet delicious cake is a staple of the Cajun region and is popular among home bakers throughout North America thanks to its simplicity.

To make Cajun cake, create a yellow cake batter or use a box mix. Then, add crushed pineapple and bake the cake. Make the icing by adding coconut and pecans to a basic icing recipe.

This southern cajun cake is scrumptious! Every crumb of this old fashioned cake is flavorful, moist, and filled with pineapple, pecans, and coconut. The tangy pineapple sets this cake apart from other cajun dessert recipes. You have to try it to understand how truly amazing it is.

Preparing food in Louisiana has always been a passion of mine. You’ll see in many of my recipes; there is a southern spin on them. I can’t help it! This crushed pineapple cake is a family favorite, and we’ve been eating it for years and years. I have enjoyed cajun cake for so long; I can’t even tell you when I first tried it. Now that I’m an adult and can make it anytime I want, it’s a staple in my house. There is just something so amazing about the flavors and textures that I honestly can’t get enough of.

This old-fashioned Cajun cake is packed with crushed pineapple, coconut, and pecans, and only takes 30 minutes to bake.

Crushed Pineapple Cake Ingredients

One thing this cake isn’t lacking is flavor! You are going to be amazed by how incredible this cake is and the fact that you only need 10 ingredients to make this old fashioned cake. And it’s so yummy you won’t forget about it.

Ingredients

2 cups all purpose flour

1 1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 TSP baking soda

1 15 oz. can crushed pineapple undrained

2 eggs

Icing:

1 stick of unsalted butter

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup milk

1 TSP vanilla

1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

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Instructions

First Step: Begin by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F.

Second Step: Add the sifted flour, sugar, and baking soda to a large bowl and mix together.

Third Step: Add the crushed pineapple and eggs to the mixture and combine.

Fourth Step: Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes or until it’s golden brown, and you can remove a toothpick, and it comes out clean.

Fifth Step: While the cake is in the oven, mix together the butter, sugar, and milk in a saucepan until it’s boiling. Stir it frequently to prevent burning.

Sixth Step: Pour in the vanilla, then add the coconut and pecans and continue to boil for 2-3 minutes. Don’t forget to stir to prevent sticking and burning.

Seventh Step: When the cake is done, cool it to room temperature then add the icing on top of the cake.

Eighth Step: Let the cake rest for 30 minutes up to 1 hour, so it sets up. Serve and enjoy!

When it comes to making this cajun dessert, you don’t have to worry about it taking forever! The hardest part is waiting for it to cool and set, but it’s totally worth it. The aroma of the freshly baked crushed pineapple cake will leave you salivating. Let’s get started so you can bake your own easy pineapple cake.

FAQ’s: Is Cajun Cake Spicy?

No, a cajun cake isn’t spicy at all. I know it can be confusing because it has the word Cajun in it, and typically, that means that it has some heat to it. Surprisingly, there aren’t any spices at all in this cake, not even cinnamon or nutmeg. It gets its name because it was made in the south, where there are many Cajun dishes and recipes.

How Do You Store The Cake?

This crushed pineapple cake can be stored in the refrigerator or on the countertop and will last 3-5 days. It’s essential to keep the cake covered and protected from heat and air at all times. This cake recipe tastes as good cold as it does room temperature, so I recommend trying it both ways to see which way you prefer it.

How Do You Know If The Cajun Cake Has Gone Bad?

If the cajun cake has started to go bad, you may notice some obvious signs. First, it may have a strange odor that just doesn’t smell right. Another clue is that the cake becomes super mushy and almost watery. And sometimes you will find instead of being mushy; it ends up being very dried out. Either way, it doesn’t taste good at all when it reaches this point. Finally, you may notice mold growing, and that is a strong indicator that it’s passed; it’s prime and should be tossed. It’s important never to eat cake or anything else if you think there is a chance it’s not good anymore. Otherwise, you can become ill, and it’s not worth it.

Can You Freeze The Cake?

Yes, you can freeze this crushed pineapple cake. You can opt to freeze the entire cake intact or cut it into individual serving sizes. Either way, the cake needs to be kept airtight in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. The cake will last anywhere from 1-3 months in the freezer. To serve, just put it on the counter or in the fridge to let it thaw a little bit then enjoy. It’s great for a quick dessert when you don’t have time to bake a cake.