Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake – A Slice of Paradise

Introduction

My husband called this cake “a slice of paradise”—and I couldn’t agree more! This Pineapple Cream Cheese Pound Cake combines buttery richness, tropical pineapple sweetness, and a luscious caramelized topping for a dessert that feels indulgent and comforting. Perfect for holidays, special gatherings, or when you just want a slice of something extraordinary.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1½ cups butter, softened

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 3 cups sugar

  • 6 eggs

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup crushed pineapple, drained

For the Caramelized Pineapple Topping:

  • ½ cup butter, melted

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 1 can pineapple slices

Optional:

  • Cream cheese filling for an extra decadent layer

How to Make