Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake, a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of pineapple with a moist cake base and creamy topping. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large eggs
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional)
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Cake Batter: Combine yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Mix well.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, make instant pudding, then fold in whipped topping.
- Assemble: Spread pudding mixture over the cooled cake. Add shredded coconut and cherries.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Enhance pineapple flavor with 1/2 teaspoon pineapple extract.
- Best served chilled; great for preparing ahead.
- Toasted coconut adds a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
