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Pineapple Heaven Cake

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A tropical delight featuring a golden yellow cake topped with a luscious pineapple and creamy whipped mixture, perfect for celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (plus ingredients on box: eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (do not drain)
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra moisture)
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Maraschino cherries or toasted coconut for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven according to the yellow cake mix instructions. Grease your cake pan generously with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Prepare the cake mix as directed on the box, adding in any required eggs, oil, and water. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the greased cake pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack. Let it cool completely.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (with juice), thawed whipped topping, sour cream (if using), instant vanilla pudding mix, and vanilla extract. Mix gently until everything is well blended.
  6. When the cake has cooled, poke holes in the top using a skewer or the handle of a wooden spoon. Spread the pineapple topping mixture evenly over the surface.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving; this cooling time allows the cake to set.
  8. Just before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries or a sprinkle of toasted coconut.

Notes

This cake keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For a lighter variation, consider using sugar-free products.

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