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Grandmother’s Old-Fashioned Pineapple Cake

Ingredients

For the Cake:

For the Pineapple Filling and Frosting:

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, butter, and sugar on low speed until light and fluffy.
2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3: Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

1. Alternately add the dry ingredients and evaporated milk to the creamed butter mixture:

1. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4: Bake the Cake

1. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans, making sure to tap out any excess flour.
2. Divide the batter evenly between the two pans, spreading it with a spatula.
3. Gently tap the pans on the counter to release air bubbles.
4. Bake at 325°F for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before flipping out onto a plate.
6. If desired, slice each cake layer in half to create four layers.

Step 5: Make the Pineapple Filling and Frosting

1. In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Stir in the sugar and evaporated milk, whisking to combine.
3. Add the egg yolks and stir continuously for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the drained crushed pineapple.

Step 6: Assemble the Cake

1. While the cake is warm but not hot, spread the pineapple frosting over each layer, stacking as you go.
2. Cover the sides of the cake with the frosting as well, making sure it seeps into every bite.
3. Let the cake sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.