Best 7 Hawaiian Wedding Cake I Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Hawaiian Wedding Cake, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends sweet and savory elements. Originating from the Aloha State, this iconic dish is a beloved tradition at weddings and celebrations.

This article presents a delectable collection of recipes that capture the essence of the Hawaiian Wedding Cake. From the classic version featuring layers of moist pound cake and pineapple filling, to innovative takes with tropical fruits and coconut, these recipes cater to diverse palates.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted, providing step-by-step instructions and a comprehensive list of ingredients to guide you through the baking process. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice seeking a culinary adventure, these recipes are designed to ensure success.

As you embark on your baking journey, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Hawaii. Discover the secrets behind the perfect pound cake, the art of creating a luscious pineapple filling, and the techniques for achieving that signature golden crust.

Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors in the Hawaiian Wedding Cake. The delicate sweetness of the cake, the tanginess of the pineapple, and the nutty richness of the macadamia nuts come together in perfect harmony. With each bite, you'll be transported to the tropical paradise of Hawaii.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing hula!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE



Hawaiian Wedding Cake image

Hawaiian Wedding Cake starts with a simple cake mix. Add a splash of coconut and pineapple and it becomes a refreshing cake that tastes like a piña colada.

Provided by Echo Blickenstaff

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 yellow cake mix
15 oz crushed pineapple (not drained)
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
3 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups milk (2% or whole)
12 oz whipped topping
1 cup sweetened coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Bake cake mix according to package directions in a 9x13 pan. Cool completely.
  • While cake is baking, mix cream cheese, pudding and milk together in a mixer or with electric beaters until blended well and thickened. Place pudding mixture in refrigerator. It will continue to thicken until cake is cooled.
  • When cake is cooled, poke holes evenly in the top of the cake with the round handle end of a wooden spoon.
  • Spread crushed pineapple evenly over the cake.
  • Add the pudding mixture.
  • Spread whipped topping over the pudding mixture and sprinkle entire cake with coconut flakes.
  • Serve immediately or keep covered and refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 478 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 41 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE



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"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



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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 II



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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 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.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE



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- From Family Circle. "This low-fat recipe is remarkably moist and delicious. It's named in honor of Hawaii's two famous products - coconut and pineapple."

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups flour
2 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped, plus more
walnuts, for garnish
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Coat a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • In large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, eggs, pineapple with juice, coconut and 1 cup of walnuts.
  • Stir with a wooden spoon until just combined and all ingredients are moist.
  • Spoon mixture into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.
  • In a bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.
  • Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  • Frost cooled cake with the cream cheese mixture.
  • Garnish edges with chopped walnuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.7, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 49.5, Sodium 204.1, Carbohydrate 61.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 47.6, Protein 4.4

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE



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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.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will help ensure that your Hawaiian wedding cake is as delicious as possible.
  • Follow the recipe carefully. Don't skip any steps or substitute ingredients unless you know what you're doing.
  • Don't overmix the batter. This will make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a variety of toppings to decorate your cake. This will make it look more festive and appealing.
  • Serve the cake at room temperature. This will help the flavors to come out more fully.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian wedding cake is a delicious and beautiful dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. With its moist layers, creamy frosting, and tropical flavors, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give Hawaiian wedding cake a try. You won't be disappointed.

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