Description
Pineapple Heaven Cake is a moist and tropical dessert featuring a luscious pineapple-infused yellow cake base topped with creamy vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and crushed pineapple. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for summer gatherings, birthdays, or any occasion that calls for a deliciously light and fruity treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (undrained)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (well-drained)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 can of crushed pineapple (with juice), vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are well blended to form a smooth batter.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28 to 32 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan to ensure the topping adheres properly.
- Prepare the Topping: While the cake cools, whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk in a medium bowl for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
- Combine Topping Ingredients: Gently fold the whipped topping and the well-drained can of crushed pineapple into the pudding mixture until evenly incorporated.
- Apply Topping and Chill: Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the topping evenly over the surface. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the second can of pineapple is well-drained to prevent a runny topping.
- For optimal flavor, prepare the cake a day ahead; it tastes even better the next day.
- This cake is ideal for potlucks, birthdays, and summer celebrations thanks to its light tropical flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
