Pineapple Heaven Cake

Pineapple Heaven Cake is a light, moist, and tropical dessert that’s perfect for summer or any time you want a refreshing treat! It typically combines pineapple with cake and whipped cream for a heavenly, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe to make your own Pineapple Heaven Cake:

Pineapple Heaven Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 box of yellow cake mix (or homemade vanilla cake recipe)
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup water (or follow cake mix instructions)

For the Pineapple Filling:

• 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice (drained)
• 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
• 1/4 cup sugar (optional, depending on sweetness)
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for added texture)

For the Whipped Topping:

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Make the Cake:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the instructions on the box, or make your favorite homemade vanilla cake.
   • Pour the cake batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
   • Bake the cake according to package instructions (usually 25-30 minutes), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.

2. Prepare the Pineapple Filling:

   • Drain the can of crushed pineapple well, pressing out any excess juice with a spoon or in a fine-mesh strainer.
   • In a small bowl, mix the drained pineapple, shredded coconut (if using), sugar, and chopped nuts (if using). Set aside.

3. Prepare the Whipped Topping:

   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. This should take about 3-5 minutes.

4. Assemble the Cake:

   • Once the cake has cooled, use a fork or skewer to poke holes all over the cake. This helps the pineapple filling soak into the cake.
   • Spread the pineapple filling evenly over the cooled cake, making sure it gets into the holes.
   • Spoon the whipped cream topping over the pineapple filling, spreading it evenly over the cake.

5. Chill:

   • Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the cake to fully absorb the pineapple filling.

6. Serve:

   • Once chilled, slice the Pineapple Heaven Cake and serve. You can garnish with additional coconut or chopped nuts if desired.

This Pineapple Heaven Cake is a dreamy, tropical dessert with layers of sweetness, creaminess, and a bit of crunch. It’s easy to make, and everyone will love the refreshing pineapple flavor!

Let me know if you need any adjustments to the recipe or if you’d like to try a different variation!