Tropical Aroma Cake

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 1 cup (150g) diced pineapple 1 cup (150g) diced pineapple
• 1/2 cup (40g) shredded coconut 1/2 cup (40g) shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup (60ml) passion fruit juice 1/4 cup (60ml) passion fruit juice
• Zest of 1 lemon Zest of 1 lemon

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 14g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 26g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.4g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. 2.
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.
3. 3.
   In a separate large bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and sugar until well combined.
4. 4.
   Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. 5.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. 6.
   Fold in the diced pineapple, shredded coconut, passion fruit juice, and lemon zest.
7. 7.
   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
8. 8.
   Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. 9.
   Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Pineapple — Make sure to use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If using canned pineapple, drain it well before adding to the batter.
• Passion fruit juice — If fresh passion fruits are not available, you can use store-bought passion fruit juice. Make sure it is pure juice without any added sugar.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra tropical touch, you can top the cake with a drizzle of passion fruit glaze or a sprinkle of toasted coconut.
• If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the amount of ground cinnamon to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
• Serve the cake slightly warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
• To make the cake more festive, you can decorate it with edible flowers or tropical fruit slices.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

Serving advice

Serve the Tropical Aroma Cake as a delicious dessert or a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea. It can also be enjoyed as a centerpiece for special occasions or celebrations.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the Tropical Aroma Cake, dust the top with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh pineapple slices, shredded coconut, and a sprig of mint. Serve it on a decorative cake stand or plate for an elegant touch.