Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake



This Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake is a tropical dream come true—moist, flavorful, and bursting with the sweet tang of pineapple in every bite. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake is easy to make and utterly irresistible. With its juicy texture, buttery crumb, and optional creamy glaze, it’s no wonder this cake is called "heavenly." Let’s get baking!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

For the Cake:

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (or vanilla cake mix)
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple , undrained (reserve 2 tablespoons juice for the glaze, if making)
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter for extra richness)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Optional Garnish:

  • Fresh pineapple slices
  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Whipped cream

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Make the Batter

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, instant pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and the entire can of crushed pineapple (with its juice). Mix until smooth and well combined. The batter will be slightly thicker than usual due to the pudding mix.

 

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