To make a pineapple cake that aligns with the Mediterranean diet, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups of whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of plain yogurt
- 1 cup of crushed pineapple (drained)
- Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with a little bit of olive oil.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the olive oil, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the yogurt and crushed pineapple.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is cool, you can frost it with a frosting of your choice, or dust it with powdered sugar.
- Enjoy your Pineapple cake!
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