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Juicy Pineapple Heaven Cake

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 1 box yellow or white cake mix plus required eggs, oil, and water as per package
  • 1 20 oz can crushed pineapple (with juice)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • For the Creamy Layer:
  • 1 8 oz tub whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Topping:
  • 1½ cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • Whipped cream for garnish
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Optional: Shredded coconut or white chocolate shavings

Instructions
 

  • 1️⃣ Bake the Cake:
  • Prepare and bake the cake mix in a 9x13-inch pan as directed. Let cool slightly.
  • 2️⃣ Pineapple Soak:
  • In a saucepan, mix crushed pineapple (with juice) and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Pour evenly over the warm cake. Cool completely.
  • 3️⃣ Creamy Layer:
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy. Gently fold in whipped topping until well combined.
  • 4️⃣ Assemble:
  • Spread the cream mixture over the cooled cake.
  • 5️⃣ Garnish:
  • Top with fresh pineapple, whipped cream dollops, and cherries. Add coconut or chocolate if desired.
  • 6️⃣ Chill & Serve:
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to set layers. Enjoy chilled!