“Pineapple Dream Cake”

You may have seen a version of my Pineapple Dream Cake floating around on Instagram. When I first saw this recipe, I thought this is crazy and how good can this cake be. Calling all cake lovers! This is one recipe you’ve got to try to wrap your head around how something so simple can be so good.

Do you crave a sweet treat and don’t want to create a fuss in the kitchen? Here’s your recipe. If you love pineapple, toasted coconut, and whipped cream then this will be the best hour you’ll spend in the kitchen.

Pineapple Dream Cake (Yummy)

Cake, who doesn’t enjoy cake? No one I know. That said, give this cake a try if you’re not a cake lover. Consider Pineapple Dream Cake a snack cake because it’s baked in a square or round cake pan. There is no frosting however, I suppose you could add one or a maybe a glaze if desired. Yummy!

How to Make Pineapple Dream Cake

When I said easy, I mean unbelievably easy and also perfect for young bakers to make. So, let’s put this baby together with the quickness.

Grab a large mixing bowl and add cake mix and canned crushed pineapple, juice and all. Mix ingredients until thoroughly combined. There should be no dry ingredient remaining.

Pour batter into a square or round cake pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Spread evenly and tap pan on counter to release any air bubbles. Bake cake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 to 34 minutes. A toothpick inserted will come out dry or very little crumb attached.

Allow cake to cool on wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serving Pineapple Dream Cake

Okay, let’s eat cake! Pineapple Dream Cake can be served warm or at room temperature as desired. I happen to like it a little warm yet it really doesn’t matter. This soft and flavorful cake is a dream loaded with pineapple. Your first bite will be an OMG! moment.

The cake need not be removed from the baking pan since you can cut servings as desired. Nine servings are adequate but small eaters may cut 12 servings.

Place a cake square on a dessert plate and top with whipped cream or make it easier by using Cool Whip. Sprinkle toasted coconut on top and place a maraschino cherry in the center and dessert is served.

Pineapple Dream Cake

Got a craving for a Springtime sweet treat, make a Pineapple Dream Cake to take care of your craving. The cake is not overly sweet yet when combined with a topping of whipped cream for creaminess, toasted coconut for a bit of crunch and a cherry to top it all off is beyond belief.

How two ingredients can come together almost magically is an understatement. I bet you’ll keep this recipe on repeat for the summer. Your oven won’t be on long to create a heatwave in the kitchen and once you’ve taken a bite, nobody will care about the heat inside or out. Enjoy! If you make this recipe, #chowdownlowdown or leave a comment below.

Happy Baking from my kitchen to yours!

Pineapple Dream Cake

Pineapple Dream Cake

1 – 20 oz. can crushed pineapple in 100% pineapple juice (do not drain)

1 – 15.25 oz. box yellow cake mix

Whipped cream or cool whip, for serving

Toasted coconut, for serving 

Maraschino cherries, for serving

Heat oven to 350 degrees and coat a 9-inch square pan with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, mix together cake mix and can of pineapple including juice until no dry ingredient remains.

Pour cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 – 34 minutes. Edges will become slightly brown and pull away from the edge of the pan.

Allow the cake to cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving with whipped cream and toasted coconut. Best slightly warm to room temperature for serving.

Makes 1 – 9-inch cake (9 servings)