Pineapple Cake Bars

Welcome to our kitchen, where we unveil the secrets to creating the most heavenly Pineapple Cake Bars you’ve ever tasted. These delightful treats are a perfect blend of sweetness and tropical flavor, guaranteed to transport your taste buds to paradise. Join us as we embark on a culinary adventure filled with pineapple goodness!

The origins of pineapple cake can be traced back to Taiwan, where it is considered a traditional dessert. The sweet and tangy flavor of pineapple combined with the moist texture of cake has made it a beloved treat worldwide. Over the years, various adaptations of pineapple cake have emerged, each adding its own unique twist to this classic recipe.

Ingredients:

For the Crust and Topping:

• Pinch of salt
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup cold butter, cubed
• ½ cup sugar

For the Filling:

• Pinch of salt
• 2 large  eggs
• ½ cup flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 16 oz can crushed pineapple
• ½ cup sour  cream

For the Icing:

• 1 teaspoon coconut extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons half and half

  How To Make Pineapple  Cake Bars

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
  2. In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar for the crust mixture.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Set aside 1 cup of this mixture for later use.
  4. Press the remaining crust mixture into the bottom of a well-greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. In another bowl, blend together the filling ingredients until well combined. Spread the filling over the pre-baked crust in the baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved crust mixture over the filling, creating a crumbled topping.
  8. Bake the bars for 1 hour, or until the top is golden and the filling is set.
  9. Allow the bars to cool for 15-20 minutes.
  10. In a separate bowl, beat together the icing ingredients until smooth and well combined.
  11. Drizzle the coconut-infused icing over the bars, adding more half and half if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
  12. Slice the bars into individual servings and serve.