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Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert featuring a tender yellow cake infused with crushed pineapple and topped with a creamy homemade frosting. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings or any time you crave a tropical-inspired sweet treat, this cake is enhanced with pineapple juice soaking and an optional coconut garnish for extra texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (or homemade yellow cake recipe)
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained and juice reserved
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Frosting

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups heavy cream

Garnish (optional)

  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, drained crushed pineapple (reserving the juice), vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix thoroughly until you have a smooth, consistent batter.
  3. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly for uniform baking.
  4. Bake Cake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
  5. Prepare Frosting: While the cake bakes, beat together softened butter and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually incorporate the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating continuously until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  6. Cool and Poke Holes: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Then, use a fork or skewer to poke holes all over the top of the warm cake.
  7. Add Pineapple Juice: Slowly pour the reserved pineapple juice over the cake, letting it soak through the holes to make the cake extra moist and flavorful.
  8. Frost Cake: Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the creamy frosting evenly over the top.
  9. Add Garnish: If you like, sprinkle shredded coconut over the frosting for added texture and tropical flair.
  10. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set properly.
  11. Serve: Serve chilled and enjoy this juicy pineapple-infused tropical delight.

Notes

  • Make sure to fully drain the crushed pineapple to prevent excess moisture that could weigh down the cake.
  • Reserving the pineapple juice is key to soaking the cake and keeping it moist.
  • You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor and added moisture.
  • The frosting can be adjusted in sweetness by modifying the amount of powdered sugar used.
  • Chilling the cake before serving improves texture and flavor meld.
  • Optional shredded coconut adds a nice texture and complements the tropical pineapple notes.

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