Description
This Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake is a light, tropical-inspired dessert bursting with pineapple flavor — featuring a fluffy yellow cake base soaked in sweet pineapple juice and topped with a creamy whipped pineapple topping. Every bite tastes like sunshine!
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, and water)
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, divided
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package directions, substituting the water with 1/2 cup of pineapple juice from the crushed pineapple can.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake as directed on the box, usually 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool completely in the pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining crushed pineapple (with juice) and vanilla pudding mix. Stir until thickened, then fold in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread the pineapple cream mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
- Sprinkle with shredded coconut and toasted pecans, if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving for the best flavor and texture.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your heavenly slice of pineapple bliss!
Notes
- For extra pineapple flavor, drizzle additional pineapple juice over the baked cake before adding the topping.
- Use sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping for a lighter version.
- Pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or fresh tropical fruit.
- Can be made a day ahead — it tastes even better after chilling overnight!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked and Chilled
- Cuisine: American