Description
Pineapple Sunshine Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert made with a yellow cake mix combined with crushed pineapple, then topped with a sweet pineapple glaze. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for gatherings and offers a tropical twist with its moist texture and rich pineapple flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or homemade cake batter)
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained, with juice reserved
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice (from the reserved juice)
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure the cake does not stick and bakes evenly.
- Mix batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and drained crushed pineapple. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
- Pour batter into pan: Pour the prepared cake batter into the greased and floured baking pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake the cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Once done, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the glaze: While the cake is cooling, mix together powdered sugar, reserved pineapple juice, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and lump-free.
- Poke holes in cake: Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the surface of the slightly cooled cake. This allows the glaze to soak in and infuse the cake with extra flavor.
- Apply glaze: Pour the glaze evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes, making the cake moist and flavorful.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool completely before serving. Optionally, top with whipped cream or fresh pineapple chunks for added flair and taste.
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple is well drained to avoid making the batter too watery.
- You can substitute yellow cake mix with homemade cake batter if preferred.
- Letting the cake cool slightly before glazing prevents the glaze from melting away.
- For extra moisture and presentation, top with whipped cream or fresh pineapple pieces.
- Using a toothpick check for doneness around 30 minutes to avoid over-baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
