Description
Tropical Hawaiian Pineapple Paradise Cake brings island sunshine to your dessert table with its luscious layers of moist golden cake, creamy coconut frosting, and tangy pineapple chunks. Sweet memories of relaxed beach moments will dance on your palate when you savor this delightful tropical treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (20 ounces / 567 grams) crushed pineapple in juice
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Creamy Topping Ingredients:
- 1 package (8 ounces / 227 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 container (8 ounces / 227 grams) whipped topping, thawed
Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (toasted, optional)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Create a welcoming environment for baking by heating the oven to a moderate temperature of 350F (175C).
- Prepare the baking vessel by thoroughly coating a 9×13-inch dish with a light layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix with the tropical essence of crushed pineapple, including its natural juice.
- Incorporate eggs, vegetable oil, and aromatic vanilla extract into the mixture, whisking with a smooth, consistent motion until all ingredients harmonize into a uniform batter.
- Ensure no dry pockets remain by gently folding the ingredients, allowing the pineapple’s moisture to distribute evenly throughout the cake mixture.
- Transfer the velvety batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it carefully to create an even surface that will bake uniformly.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, positioning it in the center for optimal heat circulation.
- Allow the cake to bake, transforming into a golden, fragrant delight that will fill your kitchen with a sweet, tropical aroma.
- Test the cake’s readiness by inserting a slender toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean and free from raw batter.
- Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely before adding any frosting or additional toppings.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Drain pineapple slightly but keep some juice for extra moisture, creating a super tender crumb.
- For a healthier twist, substitute vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce or Greek yogurt to reduce fat content.
- Consider adding a sprinkle of shredded coconut or chopped nuts on top for extra crunch and tropical flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg