Description
Indulgent Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake brings tropical paradise straight to your dessert table, blending luscious flavors that dance with sweet, creamy elegance. Creamy coconut and tangy pineapple layers promise a delightful escape you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix or white cake mix
- 1 cup (240 ml) crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) coconut milk
- 3 large eggs
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 can (20 ounces/567 grams) crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold water
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- 1 cup (80 grams) shredded sweetened coconut (toasted, optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft the foundation by heating the oven to 350F and preparing two cake pans with grease and flour.
- Blend cake mix, crushed pineapple, coconut milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl, whisking for 2-3 minutes until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Distribute the batter equally between prepared pans, baking for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick emerges clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack for complete temperature reduction.
- Create pineapple filling by combining crushed pineapple, sugar, cornstarch, and cold water in a saucepan, simmering and stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a glossy, thickened texture (approximately 5-7 minutes).
- Remove filling from heat, letting it cool entirely to room temperature.
- Whip heavy cream using an electric mixer until soft peaks develop, gradually incorporating powdered sugar and coconut extract while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Position first cake layer on serving platter, spreading a generous layer of cooled pineapple filling across the surface.
- Carefully place second cake layer atop the filling, gently pressing to secure.
- Meticulously frost the entire cake with coconut whipped cream, ensuring smooth, even coverage on sides and top.
Notes
- Swap ingredients easily by using gluten-free cake mix for a celiac-friendly version and dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream for whipping to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prevent cake from drying out by ensuring accurate baking time and not overbaking; use toothpick test precisely and remove cake from oven immediately when it comes out clean.
- Enhance flavor depth by toasting coconut flakes and sprinkling them on top of frosted cake for extra crunch and nutty complexity that elevates the tropical taste profile.
- Control sweetness levels by adjusting sugar quantities in pineapple filling and frosting, allowing customization for those preferring less sugary desserts while maintaining cake’s signature tropical essence.
- Prep Time: 20-25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-37 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 292 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 142 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 58 mg