Best 7 Hawaiian Wedding Cake Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of delectable treats, Hawaiian wedding cake cookies stand as a testament to the harmonious fusion of flavors and textures. These delightful morsels, often referred to as "little bites of paradise," are a symphony of sweet, nutty, and buttery notes that tantalize the taste buds. Their unique charm lies in the delicate balance between crisp edges and a soft, chewy center, complemented by the subtle crunch of toasted pecans and the irresistible allure of creamy coconut frosting. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover two enticing variations of this classic recipe: one adorned with a luscious pineapple filling that adds a burst of tropical sunshine, and the other featuring a decadent chocolate filling that elevates the cookie to new heights of indulgence. Both iterations promise an unforgettable experience, leaving you captivated by the sheer delight of these heavenly confections.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HAWAIIAN LEI WEDDING CAKE



Hawaiian Lei Wedding Cake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 9h15m

Yield 50 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

3 cups (6 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into cubes, softened, plus more for greasing the pans
4 cups milk, at room temperature
4 teaspoons vanilla
24 large egg whites, at room temperature
9 cups cake flour
7 cups granulated sugar
5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
4 teaspoons kosher salt
12 ounces cream of coconut
1/2 cup white rum
12 cups powdered sugar
4 cups (8 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup passionfruit puree
Large pinch of kosher salt
6 cups powdered sugar
4 cups (8 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup heavy cream
Large pinch of kosher salt
Cornstarch, for dusting
8 ounces prepared gum paste
Assorted pink, purple and yellow gel food colors
Vodka, for mixing

Steps:

  • For the butter cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease three 12-inch round cake pans, three 8-inch round cake pans and three 6-inch round cake pans with butter and line with parchment. Set aside.
  • In 2 batches, using half of the ingredients for each batch (see Cook's Note), whisk together the milk, vanilla and egg whites in a bowl and set aside. Mix the cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder and salt in the bowl of stand mixer. Add the butter cubes and continue beating on low for 1 to 2 minutes. Add about half of the milk mixture and beat at medium speed for 1 1/2 minutes. Add the remaining milk mixture and beat for about 1 minute.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake until the cakes are light golden brown and bounce back when lightly pressed in the center, 12 to 15 minutes for the 6-inch pans, 15 to 20 minutes for the 8-inch pans and 25 to 30 minutes for the 12-inch pans. Let the cakes cool for about 5 minutes in the pans, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely before assembling, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • For the coconut-rum syrup: Combine the cream of coconut and rum in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • For the passionfruit buttercream: Cream together the powdered sugar, butter, passionfruit puree and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer. Continue beating until thick and creamy.
  • For the American buttercream: Cream together the powdered sugar, butter, cream cheese, heavy cream and salt in the bowl of a stand mixer. Continue beating until thick and creamy.
  • For the gum paste flowers: Lightly sprinkle cornstarch on a wood board and roll the gum paste out very thinly. Using a flower cutter, cut out flower shapes. Place the flowers in the cups of a mini muffin tin that has been lightly dusted with cornstarch. Let dry for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Mix each gel food color with about 1 tablespoon of vodka until the desired color is achieved. Paint the dry flowers with the food-coloring paint, then let dry completely.
  • Cake Assembly:
  • For the 12-inch tier: Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the top of one 12-inch layer with the coconut-rum syrup. Spread the first layer with enough passionfruit buttercream to achieve a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Top with a second cake layer and repeat with the coconut-rum syrup and passionfruit buttercream. Top with the third layer and brush with the syrup. Stabilize the tier with straws or dowels. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer if possible.
  • For the 8-inch tier: Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the top of one 8-inch layer with the coconut-rum syrup. Spread the first layer with enough passionfruit buttercream to achieve a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Top with a second cake layer and repeat with the coconut-rum syrup and passionfruit buttercream. Top with the third layer and brush with the syrup. Stabilize the tier with straws or dowels. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer if possible.
  • For the 6-inch tier: Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the top of one 6-inch layer with the coconut-rum syrup. Spread the first layer with enough passionfruit buttercream to achieve a thickness of about 1/2 inch. Top with a second cake layer and repeat with the coconut-rum syrup and passionfruit buttercream. Top with the third layer and brush with the syrup. Stabilize the tier with straws or dowels. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer if possible.
  • Once the cakes are chilled, crumb-coat each tier with the American buttercream frosting. Chill each tier for at least 1 hour. After chilling, apply a final coating of the American buttercream frosting using a decorative technique or by completely smoothing the top and sides of the cakes. Chill the completely frosted tiers again.
  • Place the 12-inch tier on a 14-inch cake drum. Gently place and center the 8-inch tier on top of the 12-inch tier. Repeat with the 6-inch tier. Using more buttercream placed in a pastry bag with a round number 10 tip, pipe a decorative bead border along the bottom of each tier.
  • Once the cake is assembled, use buttercream frosting to affix the gum paste flowers to the cake in a cascading arrangement (or as desired).

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE II



Hawaiian Wedding Cake II image

A refreshing summer dessert, this has a layer of yellow cake covered with pineapple then topped with a fluffy cream layer and garnished with coconut and chopped nuts.

Provided by MACC

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pineapple Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
2 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions. Bake in a 10x15 inch pan. remove from oven and allow to cool. Spread drained pineapple on top of cooled cake.
  • Prepare pudding as instructed on package and set aside. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in the prepared pudding. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread evenly over the pineapple.
  • Sprinkle top with coconut, chopped walnuts and maraschino cherries. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 400.5 mg, Sugar 37.5 g

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE



Hawaiian Wedding Cake image

"I got this wonderful recipe from a cousin whose husband was Hawaiian," notes JoAnn Desmond from Madison Heights, Virginia. "I've changed it some to reduce the fat and calories, but it still tastes as rich as the original. It's very simple to make...and guests will love it. Enjoy!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups buttermilk
4 large egg whites
1 large egg
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1 cup cold 2% milk
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cans (one 20 ounces, one 8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen fat-free whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, buttermilk, egg whites and egg beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. , Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in milk add pudding mix until well blended. Spread over the cake. Top with pineapple and whipped topping. Sprinkle with coconut. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE I



Hawaiian Wedding Cake I image

Get ready to do the hula! Good with cream cheese or sour cream frosting.

Provided by Olene Grieshop

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup chopped walnuts
¾ cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix sugar, soda, and flour by hand. Mix in eggs, pineapple with juice. Stir in nuts, and coconut. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.4 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 130.8 mg, Sugar 33.8 g

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE COOKIES



HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE COOKIES image

Very good

Provided by Joanne Sarver

Categories     Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 c butter, softened
1/4 c powdered sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 c all-purpose flour
1/2 c nacadamia nuts, finely chopped and toasted
2 Tbsp finely chopped candied pineapple
additional powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Cream butter, powdered sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Stir in flour and mix well. Stir in nuts and pineapple. Shape into 1-inch balls; place 2-inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 14-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire rack to cool completely. Roll in addirional powdered sugar. Makes 1 1/2 dozen.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE



Hawaiian Wedding Cake image

A recipe I got from my mother. Remember not to drain the pineapple before adding. If you like, add coconut to the frosting.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
1 cup chopped almonds or 1 cup cashews
2 cups sugar
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 1/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Dump eggs thru pineapple into a large bowl and mix.
  • Pour into greased 13-inch X 9-inch pan.
  • Bake at 350° 40-45 minites.
  • Cool.
  • Combine the frosting ingredients (butter through vanilla) and use to frost the cake.
  • Keep refrigerated.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Hawaiian Wedding Cake Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by dpuentes

Number Of Ingredients 20

CAKE:
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped or crushed
3/4 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
WHIPPED CREAM CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup white sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
toasted shredded coconut, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix the white sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, all-purpose flour, walnuts, 3/4 cup flaked coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together. Then add the eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple with all of the juice and mix well. Pour into a well greased pan 9-inch round or 9-inch X 13-inch baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes at 350°F (or until toothpick in the center comes out clean). WHIPPED CREAM CREAM CHEESE FROSTING: In a small bowl beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form; set aside. In a large bowl combine cream cheese, sugar, salt, and vanilla and mix until it reaches a smooth consistency. Gently fold the cream cheese mixture and whipped cream together. Frost the cake and top with toasted shredded coconut.

Tips:

  • Use softened butter for a creamier dough. Softened butter is easier to mix with the sugar, resulting in a smoother, more evenly textured dough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the dough helps to firm it up and prevent it from spreading too much in the oven. This will result in cookies that are chewy and have a defined shape.
  • Bake the cookies at a high temperature for a short amount of time. This will help to create a crispy exterior and a soft and chewy interior.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing the dough will result in tough, dry cookies. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a variety of nuts and dried fruits. This will add flavor and texture to the cookies. Some popular additions include macadamia nuts, almonds, walnuts, raisins, and cranberries.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian wedding cake cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can make these cookies ahead of time and freeze them for later. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give these Hawaiian wedding cake cookies a try.

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