Description
Tropical paradise meets sweet indulgence in this Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake, blending luscious fruity notes with creamy coconut richness. Rich layers of moist cake promise a delightful escape that whisks you straight to island bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 ounces / 432 grams)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
Fruit and Coconut:
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice
Frosting and Flavor:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by greasing and dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the cake mix with oil, eggs, and milk until a smooth batter forms.
- Gently incorporate crushed pineapple and shredded coconut into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout.
- Transfer the cake mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature, which helps set the texture.
- For the frosting, whip powdered sugar, softened butter, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until achieving a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Once the cake has cooled, generously spread the pineapple-infused frosting across the entire surface.
- Cut the cake into square servings, ensuring each piece receives an equal amount of tropical flavor.
Notes
- Swap cake mix for homemade gluten-free flour blend to accommodate dietary restrictions and create a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by using half the powdered sugar in frosting and selecting a low-sugar cake mix alternative for health-conscious bakers.
- Toast coconut flakes before adding to batter to enhance nutty flavor and create deeper, more complex taste profile in the cake.
- Replace milk with coconut milk for extra tropical intensity and to boost coconut undertones throughout the dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 291 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg