Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake delivers ultra-moist yellow cake soaked with crushed pineapple juice under fluffy pudding-Cool Whip frosting. This dump-and-bake tropical dream serves 12 in 45 minutes with perfect sweet-tangy balance.

Why This Recipe Works

Undrained pineapple juice replaces water + oil in cake mix creating pudding-like moisture. Instant pudding thickens whipped topping without runny texture. Second can of pineapple infuses frosting with fruit flavor. No-mixer method guarantees tender crumb. Make-ahead chilling improves flavor.

Ingredients & Prep

Cake: 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz, 20 oz crushed pineapple undrained, 3 large eggs. Topping: 8 oz Cool Whip thawed, 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix, 20 oz crushed pineapple undrained.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat oven 350°F. Grease 9×13 baking dish. Combine cake mix, eggs, first can pineapple + juice; stir until smooth no mixer needed. Pour batter into dish; smooth top. Bake 30-35 minutes until golden toothpick clean. Cool completely. Mix Cool Whip, pudding mix, second can pineapple + juice until thick fluffy. Spread evenly over cooled cake. Refrigerate 1 hour minimum.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate covered 5 days. Texture perfects day 2. Freeze 2 months; excellent individual slices.

FAQs

Cake sunken? Don’t overmix + bake immediately. Topping runny? Chill mixing bowl + use cold Cool Whip. Too sweet? Use pineapple in juice not syrup.

Conclusion

Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake transforms box mix into tropical bakery bliss moist, fluffy, pineapple perfection.

Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake Recipe

Print Recipe

Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake delivers tropical paradise in every bite. Moist yellow cake soaked with crushed pineapple meets creamy pudding-whipped topping. Perfect no-fuss dessert for potlucks, summer BBQs, and Pinterest tropical boards that rack up saves.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 3 hours
• Yield: 15 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• Cake:
• 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
• 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (undrained)
• 3 large eggs (room temp)
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• Pudding Topping:
• 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (undrained)
• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (thawed)
• Optional garnish: toasted coconut, chopped pecans, maraschino cherries

Instructions

• 1. Preheat oven 350°F. Grease 9×13″ baking dish.
• 2. Combine cake mix, 1st can pineapple (undrained), eggs, oil. Mix medium speed 2 mins until smooth.
• 3. Pour batter evenly into prepared pan.
• 4. Bake 30-35 mins until toothpick clean. Cool completely.
• 5. Mix pudding mix with 2nd can pineapple (undrained) until thickened (2 mins).
• 6. Fold in entire tub whipped topping until smooth.
• 7. Spread topping over cooled cake. Garnish if desired.
• 8. Chill 2+ hours. Cut into squares. Store fridge.

Notes

• Undrained pineapple = ultra moist cake texture.
• Pudding sets in 5 mins but chilling firms perfectly.
• Make ahead: even better Day 2 as flavors meld.
• Box mix keeps foolproof; sub white cake mix too.
• Freezes well – wrap squares individually.
• Viral Pinterest combo: coconut garnish + cherry centers.
• Serves 12-15 generously. Crowd favorite guaranteed.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 square
• Calories: 320
• Sugar: 28g
• Sodium: 280mg
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 47g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 40mg

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