Pineapple Dream Cake
A nostalgic dessert with a fluffy yellow cake base, creamy pineapple layer, and topped with whipped cream, coconut, and nuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 170 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Prepare the cake batter according to the box instructions and pour into the baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Mix the instant vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk in a bowl until thick and creamy.
- Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork. Spread the crushed pineapple over the cake, then pour the thick pudding mixture on top.
- Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form and spread over the pudding layer.
- Garnish with shredded coconut and optional chopped nuts on top.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Best served with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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