Best 13 Easy Pineapple Cake Recipes

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**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with a Tropical Treat: Easy Pineapple Cake Recipes for Every Occasion**

Indulge in the delightful flavors of the tropics with our curated collection of easy pineapple cake recipes. From classic upside-down cakes that showcase the pineapple's golden caramelized perfection to moist bundt cakes bursting with pineapple chunks and tangy cream cheese frosting, our recipes offer a range of options to suit every craving and occasion. Impress your guests with an elegant pineapple layer cake adorned with whipped cream and fresh pineapple slices, or whip up a quick and easy pineapple dump cake for a cozy dessert on busy weeknights. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making these pineapple cakes the stars of any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards creating stunning and delicious pineapple cakes that will leave your loved ones craving for more. Embark on a culinary adventure and let the vibrant flavors of pineapple transport you to a tropical paradise with our enticing pineapple cake recipes.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

EASY PINEAPPLE CAKE



Easy Pineapple Cake image

A very easy pineapple cake with a cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Catherine Dallas

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar and baking soda. Make a well in the center and add the eggs, vanilla and crushed pineapple, with liquid from can. Mix well to blend.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean.
  • To make the frosting: in a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, confectioners sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Beat until creamy. Spread on warm cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 166.1 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

EASY PINEAPPLE COCONUT CAKE



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Pairing pineapple with coconut lent a tropical flavor to the dessert served as the finale to our theme party. Shared by a former co-worker, this recipe has been in my file for 20 years and never fails to delight those who try a piece. -Gina Mueller, Converse, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1 envelope whipped topping mix (Dream Whip)
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake the cake according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Stir in pineapple. Spread over cake. Prepare whipped topping mix according to package directions; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Beat in 1 cup whipped topping. Fold in remaining topping. Spread over pudding. Sprinkle with coconut. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake image

Here's a quick and easy recipe using any brand of biscuit baking mix for a delicious old favorite. Top with whipped topping and you've got a lovely dessert for family or company.

Provided by Kaye Lynn

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Upside-Down Cake Recipes     Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup butter
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
1 ½ cups biscuit baking mix (such as Bisquick®)
½ cup white sugar
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a 9-inch baking pan in the preheating oven. Remove pan.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter.
  • Arrange pineapple chunks in a single layer over the butter and brown sugar, then sprinkle with pecans; set aside.
  • Beat biscuit baking mix, white sugar, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg together in a large bowl on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly.
  • Increase mixer speed to medium and continue beating until batter is smooth, about 4 minutes more.
  • Slowly pour batter over the pineapple mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Run a paring knife between the cake and the edge of the pan to loosen cake. Cover the cake pan with a plate, and invert it to flip the cake out of the pan and onto the plate. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 26.5 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 227.8 mg, Sugar 18.7 g

EASY PINEAPPLE BLUEBERRY CRUNCH DUMP CAKE



Easy Pineapple Blueberry Crunch Dump Cake image

Make and share this Easy Pineapple Blueberry Crunch Dump Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple (undrained)
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix
3 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted (no subs, can use more sugar if desired)
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans or 1 1/2 cups walnuts

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • Spread the pineapple with the juice on the bottom of the baking dish, then sprinkle the cake mix on top of the pineapple.
  • Sprinkle the blueberries then sugar.
  • Drizzle the melted butter over the blueberries and sugar.
  • Top with chopped nuts.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes, or until bubbly.

EASY PINEAPPLE CAKE



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This cake comes out moist and has a wonderful taste. I use it all the time. I use different toppings to change it up like jam, whipped cream, ice cream, fresh fruit and if I have the time I will make a cream cheese icing (Oh! so good).

Provided by Ontariogirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (520 g) box white cake mix
1 (540 ml) can crushed pineapple

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a bowl combine cake mix with canned pineapple including juice.
  • Mix well!
  • Spray an 8x10 baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Pour mixture into pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool and cut into squares.
  • Serve with your choice of toppings.

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake image

Here's a traditional recipe for pineapple upside down cake that's been updated with packaged items for convenience. -Karen Ann Bland from Gove, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple
10 pecan halves
1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves
1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)

Steps:

  • Pour butter into a well-greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Arrange pineapple slices in prepared pan; place a pecan half in the center of each slice. Combine the apricot preserves and reserved pineapple juice; spoon over pineapple slices. , Prepare cake batter according to package directions; pour over pineapple., Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Immediately invert onto a large serving platter. Cool slightly; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake image

Wow your friends and family with this classic pineapple upside-down cake. With tasting notes that boast fruity, gooey, caramelly goodness, it's no wonder why this has been a must-make favorite for generations. In our Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake recipe, save yourself some time with a fool-proof shortcut. With a box of Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix, you can have this impressive dessert prepped for the oven in just 15 minutes. With step-by-step directions, Betty's with you every step of the way in this incredible upside-down pineapple cake. Now just bake, flip and enjoy!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained, juice reserved
1 jar (6 oz) maraschino cherries without stems, drained
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
Vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). In 13x9-inch pan, melt butter in oven. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over butter. Arrange pineapple slices on brown sugar. Place cherry in center of each pineapple slice, and arrange remaining cherries around slices; press gently into brown sugar.
  • Add enough water to reserved pineapple juice to measure 1 cup. Make cake batter as directed on box, substituting pineapple juice mixture for the water. Pour batter over pineapple and cherries.
  • Bake 42 to 48 minutes (44 to 53 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Place heatproof serving plate upside down onto pan; turn plate and pan over. Leave pan over cake 5 minutes so brown sugar topping can drizzle over cake; remove pan. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or cool. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1/12 of Cake, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



Easy Pineapple Upside-Down Cake image

The golden caramelized top gives this cake its distinctive look and taste.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus 3 tablespoons (cut into small pieces) for preparing the top
1 cup sugar, plus 2/3 cup for preparing the top
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
7 thin rounds cored pineapple

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  • With an electric mixer, cream 6 tablespoons butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined. Add flour mixture in 3 additions alternately with the milk in 2, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined
  • In a 10-inch cast-iron (or ovenproof nonstick) skillet over low, add remaining sugar and butter and cook, stirring, until the mixture is a light caramel color. Remove from heat and top with pineapple rounds.
  • Carefully spoon batter over pineapples in skillet. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • Let cake cool in pan 5 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cake, then carefully invert onto a platter. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SUPER EASY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



Super Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake image

Make and share this Super Easy Pineapple Upside Down Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rechelle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix (I use Pillsbury)
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple slices in juice (drained, reserve juice and add enough water to equal the liquid called for by your cake mix)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
1 cup of packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Oil and flour rectangle baking dish.
  • In small pan melt butter and brown sugar together.
  • Pour into baking dish.
  • Place pineapples on bottom of baking dish.
  • Mix cake mix as directed except instead of water I used the juice from the can of pineapple and added water to it to make up the difference.
  • Add cinnamon and nutmeg to batter and mix well.
  • Pour batter over brown sugar mixture and pineapple.
  • Lightly tap pan on countertop to remove air bubbles.
  • Bake as directed on the cake mix package.
  • When done, immediately place a dish on top of baking dish and flip to remove your cake.
  • Tip: When you oil the pan, use a little of the dry cake mix to"flour" the bottom and sides and then return excess to the mix for batter.
  • This way you don't get the white on the outside of your finished cake.

EASY FAT-FREE PINEAPPLE CAKE



Easy Fat-Free Pineapple Cake image

Ridiculously easy! Only two ingredients. Delicious and light., I think this must have originally come from either Dole or Duncan Hines but it works every time. A friend gave me the recipe

Provided by Ivy Food Sleuth

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 1 cake, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (18 ounce) box duncan hines angel food cake
1 (16 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice

Steps:

  • Dump both ingredients into a bowl and mix until smooth.
  • Pour into an angel food cake pan. Do not grease the pan!
  • Bake according to package directions for plain angel food cake.or until toothpick comes out clean and top is golden brown.
  • Cool and remove from pan by placing hole over a bottle upside down.

PINEAPPLE CAKE (EASY FROM SCRATCH)



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My family lived in florida for almost 30 years. we would travel back home to Indiana for holidays to visit with my dear sweet mom.My children would request that gram have the pineapple cake ready for them upon our arrival.(spoiled kids!)I have to admit i was alittle spoiled too! The aroma is heaven and the taste is out of this...

Provided by phyllis cheever

Categories     Cakes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large eggs
2 c sugar
2 c flour
2 tsp baking soda
1 #2 can crushed pineapple (do not drain)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c finely ground nuts (i like pecans but walnuts work fine too.)
FROSTING
8 oz cream cheese
1 stick butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 c powdered sugar
1/2 c ground nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together cake ingredients. Bake in a greased and floured 9 by 11 cake pan
  • 2. Bake at 350* for 40 minutes
  • 3. Icing
  • 4. Mix 8 ounces cream cheese,1 stick softened butter,1 teaspoon vanilla,1 3/4 powdered sugar together till combined. Add 1/2 ground nuts. mix together
  • 5. Ice cooled cake

NOOIL?NOEGGS?NOPROBLEM! OH SO EASY PINEAPPLE CAKE



NoOil?NoEggs?NoProblem! Oh So Easy Pineapple Cake image

My family loves pineapple and this was a special treat! While baking, there was a wonderful smell of fresh, warm pineapple ... just wonderful. Next time, I may cut back on the whipped cream slightly. It was a bit much for me, but you can determine how much you like.

Provided by penny jordan

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

PINEAPPLE CAKE
1 box pineapple cake mix
1 - 20 oz. can(s) pineapple, crushed (in it's own juice) see below please
1/8 c optional: (reserved) pineapple juice from above for frosting below
OPTIONS: FROSTING:
4 oz cream cheese or low-fat cream cheese (1/2 - 8 oz. pkg.)
16 oz frozen whipped topping, (thawed) - regular, lite or sugar-free
1/2 small pkg vanilla or french vanilla, instant pudding mix (dry) regular or sugar-free/fat-free (dry)
1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
1/8 c optional: reserved pineapple juice from cake ingredients
OR:
8 to 12 oz container frozen whipped topping, thawed - (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat: Oven to 350 degrees F. Spray:(1)9 x 13-inch OR desired cake pans for layer cake(s)with 'Baker's Joy' or whatever nonstick cooking spray you prefer.
  • 2. In: A large mixing bowl with electric mixer on medium speed; combine Pineapple cake mix and (1)- 20 oz. can crushed pineapple in it's own juice.(ADD JUICE TOO). (Except about 1/8 cup - more or less). Optional Mix: For about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Pour: Badder into prepared cake pan(s) and spread evenly.
  • 3. Bake: Approx. 28 to 32 minutes. Cake will bake up as any other cake and can be tested by using toothpick method or by touching cake lightly in center. If it springs back it's done. But don't over-bake. Remove: From oven and place on wire rack(s)for cooling about 30 to 45 minutes.
  • 4. OPTIONS: Frost: With desired whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate 1-2 hours or overnight. OR For Alternate Frosting: Combine: Softened cream cheese, and approx. 1 cup - whipped topping until light and fluffy using electric mixer on low speed. Add: Almond extract (if desired) and mix well. Add: 1/4 pkg. Instant pudding mix (dry) and mix with mixer on low to medium speed. Continue: To mix alternating remainder of whipped topping with remainder of dry, instant pudding mix( 1/4 pkg.) until light and creamy. *(You might want to use 1/8 c. (more or less) of reserved pineapple juice to obtain the right frosting consistency for you. .. But again; this is only a suggestion :) Frost: Completely cooled cake and refrigerate covered 1-2 hours or overnight. Serve: Cake chilled. Enjoy! Refrigerate: Covered leftovers.

CARRIE'S EASY PINEAPPLE COOL CAKE



Carrie's Easy Pineapple Cool Cake image

My mom used to make this when I was little. I haven't had it in years but made it recently to bring to a dinner party. It was a hit with the adults and the kids! For a slightly healthier option, substitute applesauce for 1/2 of the vegetable oil.

Provided by sprklnld

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pineapple Cake Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 cup water
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (16 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained, juice reserved

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  • Beat cake mix, water, oil, and eggs together in a bowl with an electric mixer on low speed until just combined. Increase speed to medium until batter is smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour batter into prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean, 23 to 28 minutes. Cool in pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes before removing from pans to cool completely, at least 2 hours.
  • Pour whipped topping into a bowl. Fold pudding mix into whipped topping, followed by drained crushed pineapple; fold gently until frosting is combined.
  • Place 1 cake on a cake plate or serving platter and poke cake several times with a fork. Spoon 1/2 of the reserved pineapple juice over cake. Cover top of cake layer with frosting, spreading to edges of cake.
  • Place remaining cake on top of frosted cake and poke top layer several times with a fork. Pour remaining pineapple juice over cake. Spread remaining frosting all over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 47.2 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 374 mg, Sugar 31.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh pineapple: Fresh pineapple gives the cake a more intense flavor and a more moist texture.
  • Grate the pineapple finely: This will help to distribute the pineapple flavor evenly throughout the cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Pineapple cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this pineapple cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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