Best 6 Easy 4 Ingredient Pineapple Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing pineapple frosting recipes, a delectable treat that transforms your desserts into masterpieces. Discover the perfect balance of tangy pineapple and luscious cream cheese in our cream cheese pineapple frosting, a classic combination that elevates cakes, cupcakes, and cookies to new heights. For a tropical twist, our pineapple buttercream frosting transports you to paradise with its vibrant pineapple flavor and smooth, velvety texture. If you prefer a lighter option, our pineapple whip frosting is a delightful airy creation, perfect for adding a touch of sweetness without overpowering the delicate flavors of your desserts. And for those who love a burst of citrus, our lemon pineapple frosting combines the tanginess of lemon with the tropical notes of pineapple, creating a refreshing and unforgettable frosting experience. With these four incredible recipes, you'll have the perfect frosting for any occasion, turning your desserts into works of art that will tantalize taste buds and create lasting memories.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASIEST EVER PINEAPPLE CAKE (5 INGREDIENTS)



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Homemade Pineapple Cake is sweet, moist, and full of pineapple pieces!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Cake     Dessert

Time 33m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups sugar
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
20 ounces can crushed pineapple (with juices)
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 pan.
  • Combine flour, sugar and baking soda in a bowl and mix well.
  • Stir in eggs and pineapple until very well mixed. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Do not overcook.
  • Top with cream cheese frosting or whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 kcal, Carbohydrate 72 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 291 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 48 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY 4-INGREDIENT PINEAPPLE FROSTING



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Our pineapple frosting is made with crushed pineapple and makes enough for a two-layer cake. You can also halve the recipe and use it to top a Bundt cake.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Condiment

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 tablespoons crushed pineapple, well-drained, juice reserved
4 ounces (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
4 cups confectioners' sugar , sifted
1 to 2 tablespoons pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place a mesh sieve over a bowl and, from the canned pineapple, strain the pineapple juice into the bowl. Set the juice aside.
  • Measure 6 tablespoons (about 1/3 cup) of crushed pineapple into a small bowl and set aside. Refrigerate or freeze any remaining crushed pineapple and juice for another use, if desired.
  • Add butter to a large bowl. Using an electric mixer , cream the butter until smooth and pale.
  • Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar. Continue beating until light and fluffy.
  • Stir in the 6 tablespoons of crushed pineapple and just enough of the reserved pineapple juice to make it spreadable. Beat to blend thoroughly.
  • Spread over cake layers or cupcakes. If desired, add more crushed pineapple and spoon the mixture over a Bundt cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 28 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize Serves 16, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY PINEAPPLE ICING



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Make and share this Easy Pineapple Icing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kayla carnage

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup sugar
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
3 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine pineapple (with juice), sugar and corn starch.
  • Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until thick.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Ice cool cake.

PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This frosting goes great on lemon cake, 7-up® cake, or lemon cookies.

Provided by Janelle Williams Hawthorne

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cream Cheese

Time 5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup butter, room temperature
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
4 tablespoons pineapple juice
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the pineapple juice and continue beating until absorbed into the mixture. Beat the confectioners' sugar into the mixture a little at a time until completely integrated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 41.3 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

PINEAPPLE CHIFFON CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE FROSTING



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This tall, moist cake makes quite an impression on a dessert table. Pineapple is a nice addition to the cake and frosting.-Joyce Maynard, St Ignatius, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
8 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
FROSTING:
3/4 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, pineapple juice, oil and vanilla; add to dry ingredients. Beat until well blended. In another bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. , Spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Bake until top springs back when lightly touched, 50-55 minutes. Immediately invert cake onto a wire rack; cool completely. Remove cake to a serving platter. , In a large bowl, cream the butter and confectioners' sugar, about 5 minutes. Add vanilla and stir in pineapple. Frost cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY PINEAPPLE CAKE



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A very easy pineapple cake with a cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Catherine Dallas

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar and baking soda. Make a well in the center and add the eggs, vanilla and crushed pineapple, with liquid from can. Mix well to blend.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean.
  • To make the frosting: in a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, confectioners sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Beat until creamy. Spread on warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 166.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

Tips:

  • For a smoother frosting, use canned crushed pineapple that has been drained well.
  • If you don't have cream cheese, you can substitute it with 1 cup of softened butter.
  • To make a larger batch of frosting, double or triple the ingredients.
  • This frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Before using, let the frosting come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

This easy 4-ingredient pineapple frosting is the perfect way to add a tropical twist to your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It's also great as a dip for fruit or graham crackers. With its tangy and sweet flavor, this frosting is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy frosting, give this pineapple frosting a try!

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