Southern Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake 🍍🌰🍰

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups sugar

1 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

2 large eggs

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple (with juice)

1 cup chopped pecans

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)

1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)

Instructions:

Prepare the Cake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.

Add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple with its juice. Stir until well combined.

Fold in the chopped pecans.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

In a medium