Pineapple Paradise Cake
A delightful and tropical dessert combining cream cheese and refreshing pineapple, perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the filling and topping
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 tbsp instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 tbsp finely chopped pistachios
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 0.25 cups crushed pistachios
- to taste caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
Baking the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing horizontally into two layers.
Preparing the Pineapple Cream Filling
- Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until fluffy peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple, vanilla pudding mix, and chopped pistachios until well combined.
Assembling the Cake
- Spread the pineapple cream filling between the cake layers and over the top of the cake.
- Pipe or spread whipped cream generously around the edges of the cake.
- Top with pineapple chunks, crushed pistachios, and a generous drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance the flavors and texture.
Notes
Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well; excess moisture may affect the texture. For added flavor, consider using coconut milk instead of whole milk. You can also incorporate coconut flakes into the frosting or filling for a tropical twist.