4 Ingredient Pineapple Cake
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I love this tropical 4 Ingredient Pineapple Cake Recipe! With just self-raising flour, sugar, crushed pineapple, and oil, this easy one-layer cake comes together in minutes. It’s moist, golden, and bursting with fruity flavor, perfect for last-minute desserts or casual get-togethers. It’s one of my go-to crushed pineapple cake recipes for effortless baking.
Why you’ll love this recipe
This easy pineapple cake comes together in one bowl with only four ingredients and no eggs or butter. Sam x
Minimal Ingredients – Just flour, sugar, crushed pineapple, and oil
Moist Texture – Olive oil and pineapple keep the cake soft and tender
Egg-Free & Fuss-Free – No eggs or dairy required
Quick to Make – Ready to bake in minutes, no fancy equipment needed
Versatile Topping Options – Enjoy plain, dusted with sugar, or frosted
Ingredients you’ll need
- Self-raising flour
- Granulated sugar
- Canned crushed pineapple (with juice)
- Extra virgin olive oil
Easy substitutions
- Flour: Use all-purpose flour + 2 tsp baking powder per cup if self-raising isn’t available
- Olive oil: Replace with any neutral oil like vegetable or canola
How to make 4 ingredient pineapple cake
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour and sugar.
Step 2: Add the crushed pineapple (with its juice) and the olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Step 3: Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
Step 4: Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Samantha’s recipe tips
- Use pineapple in juice, not syrup. Crushed pineapple in juice gives natural sweetness without making the cake heavy.
- Don’t drain the pineapple. The juice adds moisture and helps bind the cake without needing eggs.
- Mix gently by hand. Stir just until combined to keep the crumb soft and light.
How to store
Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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4 Ingredient Pineapple Cake
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour and sugar.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the crushed pineapple (with its juice) and the olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined and there are no dry patches of flour. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender.
- Transfer Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice and serve as is or with a dusting of powdered sugar or an icing of your choosing such as a pineapple icing or cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
Notes
- Store: Keep the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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