Hawaiian Wedding Cake

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Step 4: Add Eggs and Extracts

1. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated.
2. Add the vanilla and coconut extracts, blending until smooth.

Step 5: Incorporate Pineapple and Dry Ingredients

1. Mix in the drained crushed pineapple.
2. Gradually add the dry flour mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with flour. Beat on low speed just until combined—overmixing can make the cake dense.

Step 6: Fold in Coconut and Nuts

1. Gently fold in the shredded coconut and macadamia nuts.
2. The coconut gives a tropical texture, while the nuts add crunch and a nutty flavor.

Step 7: Bake the Cake

1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
2. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
3. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8: Prepare the Frosting

1. Beat the butter in a large bowl until creamy.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with coconut milk, until you reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract. For extra flavor, fold in ¼ cup shredded coconut.

Step 9: Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a generous layer of frosting over the top.
3. Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides evenly.
4. Decorate with toasted coconut and macadamia nuts. For a tropical twist, add fresh pineapple slices or edible flowers.

Step 10: Chill and Serve

1. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This helps the frosting set and makes cutting easier.
2. Slice and serve, savoring the combination of sweet pineapple, coconut, and buttery cake.

Tips for the Perfect Hawaiian Wedding Cake:

• Drain Pineapple Well: Excess liquid can make the cake soggy.
• Toast Coconut: Toasting brings out a deeper, nutty flavor.
• Coconut Milk Option: Substitute milk with coconut milk for a richer tropical taste.
• Make Ahead: Cake layers can be baked a day in advance and stored tightly wrapped.

Hawaiian Wedding Cake is more than just a dessert; it’s an island experience. Its soft, moist layers, tropical flavors, and delicate frosting make every bite feel like a celebration. Perfect for weddings, birthdays, or any day you want to feel like you’re on a Hawaiian getaway!

If you want, I can also create a quick, simplified 1-hour version of this cake that still tastes tropical but is faster to make. Do you want me to do that?