Pineapple Sour Cream Bundt Cake

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A moist, tropical Bundt cake loaded with crushed pineapple and topped with a sweet pineapple glaze — perfect for holidays, potlucks, or just because.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60–70 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • Unsalted butter – 1 cup (2 sticks), softened

  • Granulated sugar – 2 cups

  • Eggs – 4 large

  • Vanilla extract – 1 tsp

  • Almond extract – 1 tsp (optional for extra depth)

  • All-purpose flour – 3 cups

  • Baking powder – ½ tsp

  • Salt – ½ tsp

  • Sour cream – 1 cup

  • Crushed pineapple – 1 can (20 oz), well-drained

  • Pineapple juice – ¼ cup (reserved from can or added separately)

For the Glaze:

  • Powdered sugar – 1 cup

  • Pineapple juice – 2–3 tbsp (adjust for drizzling consistency)

  • Melted butter – 1 tbsp

  • Vanilla extract – ½ tsp

Instructions

  1. Prep the oven & pan:
    Preheat to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt or tube pan thoroughly, making sure every crevice is coated.

  2. Cream the butter & sugar:
    In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4–5 minutes.

  3. Add eggs & extracts:
    Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla and almond extract.

  4. Mix dry ingredients:
    In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  5. Combine wet & dry:
    Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter mixture, alternating with sour cream. Begin and end with the dry mixture. Fold in drained crushed pineapple and pineapple juice gently.

  6. Bake:
    Pour batter into the prepared pan, tapping lightly to remove air bubbles. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  7. Cool & glaze:
    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack. Cool completely. Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

Quick Notes & Pro Tips

  • Avoid soggy cake: Be sure to drain pineapple well before adding.

  • Extra flavor: Toasted coconut or chopped macadamia nuts make a fantastic addition to the batter or glaze topping.

  • Bundt pan tip: Grease and flour thoroughly to prevent sticking, especially around intricate designs.

Why You’ll Love It

This cake is moist, fluffy, and tropical with a subtle tang from sour cream and the perfect amount of sweetness from the pineapple glaze.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve as-is for a sweet treat with coffee or tea.

  • Add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Room temp: Store covered for up to 3 days.

  • Refrigerate: Keeps up to 1 week in an airtight container.

  • Freeze: Wrap in plastic and foil for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

FAQs

Q: Can I use fresh pineapple instead of canned?
A: Yes! Finely chop fresh pineapple and use with ¼ cup added juice.

Q: Can I make this without sour cream?
A: Substitute with plain Greek yogurt for a similar texture and tang.

Q: How do I prevent the glaze from soaking in?
A: Make sure the cake is fully cooled before glazing.

Would you like me to create a “pina colada version” with coconut and rum glaze or a “cream cheese swirl version” for a richer twist?

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