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Southern Pineapple Sunshine Cake

 

Ingredients:

Cake

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup milk

Pineapple Frosting

  • 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and 1 cup milk. Beat until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the crushed pineapple (with juice), instant pudding mix, and 1 cup milk until thickened.
  6. Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
  7. Spread the pineapple frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Tips & Variations

  • For extra texture, sprinkle chopped pecans or shredded coconut on top.
  • This cake tastes even better the next day after the frosting has set.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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