Pineapple Heaven Cake
This Pineapple Heaven Cake is light, fluffy, and bursting with tropical pineapple flavor. Topped with a creamy whipped topping and crushed pineapple, it's the perfect refreshing dessert for any occasion.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish greased
- Oven
- Spatula for spreading the batter
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1 can crushed pineapple with juice (20 oz)
- 1 cup granulated sugar for pineapple topping
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 container whipped topping (8 oz, thawed)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and crushed pineapple (with juice) until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 35 minutes before adding the topping.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the remaining crushed pineapple (with juice), sugar, and vanilla extract. Spread this mixture over the cooled cake.
- Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the pineapple layer.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut and chopped pecans over the whipped topping.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best results.
Notes
- Optional Equipment: An offset spatula makes spreading the topping easier.
- Customization: Add maraschino cherries for extra color and flavor.
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Serving Tip: Best served chilled for a refreshing tropical treat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1120Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.2mg
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