Hawaiian Pineapple Cake Muffins are a sweet, tropical treat that combines the flavors of pineapple and coconut for a deliciously moist muffin. They’re perfect for breakfast or a snack! Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Hawaiian Pineapple Cake Muffins Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (reserve the juice)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for a tropical twist)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (from the can, or you can use milk)
- 1/2 cup crushed walnuts or macadamia nuts (optional)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, oil (or melted butter), vanilla extract, and pineapple juice together until smooth.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, shredded coconut (if using), baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the pineapple: Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and nuts (if using). The batter will be thick.
- Fill the muffin cups: Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These muffins are perfectly moist with a hint of tropical sweetness! They can be enjoyed as is, or you can add a glaze or icing on top for extra sweetness. You could even top them with a bit of cream cheese frosting if you want to make them extra indulgent!
Would you add anything else, like a little bit of lime zest or a drizzle of honey?