Here’s a delicious Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake recipe! It’s a tropical dessert that combines moist cake, sweet pineapple, and creamy coconut for a dreamy treat.
Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (or white cake mix)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup canned crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the coconut cream filling:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
For the frosting:
- 1 can (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional for topping)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the cake:
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, crushed pineapple (with juice), and vanilla extract.
- Mix the ingredients together until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake the cake:
- Bake according to the package instructions, usually around 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the coconut cream filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the coconut cream mixture until fully combined.
- Assemble the cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, use a fork to gently poke holes all over the surface of the cake.
- Spread the coconut cream filling evenly over the cake, making sure it gets into the holes for extra flavor and moisture.
- Frost the cake:
- Spread the whipped topping (Cool Whip) over the coconut cream filling, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly on top. Optionally, you can add the drained crushed pineapple as a topping too.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight for best results, so the flavors can meld and the cake becomes nice and chilled.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy your dreamy pineapple coconut cake! It’s perfect for gatherings, parties, or just a tropical treat at home.
Tips:
- For extra flavor: Add a teaspoon of coconut extract to the cake batter or filling for a more pronounced coconut flavor.
- Storage: Keep the cake refrigerated, as it has a creamy filling that needs to stay cool. It will keep for 3-4 days in the fridge.
This Pineapple Coconut Dream Cake is the ultimate tropical dessert with its fluffy cake, creamy coconut filling, and sweet pineapple. It’s a hit at any party or gathering! Enjoy! 🌴🍍🌺