Pineapple Cake with Coconut Frosting – Moist Layers and Lush Topping - Cook with Carla

Ingredients

• 14 ounces pineapple tidbits, drained
• 4 eggs
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/4 cup canned coconut milk
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 cups brown rice flour
• 2/3 cup potato starch
• 1/3 cup tapioca starch
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
• 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon dark rum (optional, or 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract)
• 1 cup sweetened coconut, toasted if desired