Best 9 Pineapple Paradise Cake With Coconut Cream Frosting Recipes

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**Indulge in a Tropical Paradise: Pineapple Paradise Cake with Coconut Cream Frosting and Other Heavenly Treats**

Escape to a tropical oasis with our tantalizing Pineapple Paradise Cake, where each bite transports you to a sun-kissed beach. This culinary masterpiece features layers of moist and fluffy pineapple cake, each layer generously filled with luscious pineapple chunks and topped with a cloud-like coconut cream frosting. The symphony of pineapple and coconut flavors is sure to awaken your senses, leaving you craving more.

But the journey doesn't stop there. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil a treasure trove of delectable recipes:

- **Pineapple Upside-Down Cake:** Experience a classic dessert with a tropical twist. This timeless cake features a caramelized pineapple topping that creates a symphony of flavors and textures.

- **Coconut Macaroons:** Delight in the delicate and chewy texture of these coconut macaroons, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a hint of tropical paradise.

- **Pineapple-Coconut Cream Pie:** Dive into a creamy and refreshing pie that combines the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut. This pie is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion.

- **Pineapple Coconut Smoothie:** Start your day with a burst of tropical flavor with this refreshing smoothie. Packed with pineapple, coconut, and yogurt, this smoothie is a healthy and delicious way to kick off your day.

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to a tropical paradise. These recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Let's dive into the recipes and create a tropical feast that will tantalize your taste buds!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE CAKE WITH COCONUT FROSTING



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A rich white cake full of pineapple flavor and a hint of coconut.

Provided by Mary Younkin

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h3m

Number Of Ingredients 19

14 ounce can pineapple tidbits (drained)
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
¼ cup canned coconut milk
½ cup butter (melted)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour *
2½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1½ cups brown rice flour
⅔ cup potato starch
⅓ cup tapioca starch
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
3 cups powdered sugar
½ cup canned coconut milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon dark rum (optional or 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (optional))
1 cup sweetened coconut (for topping (toasted, if desired))

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour (2) 8-inch or 9-inch round pans. Place the pineapple chunks in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth, without any chunks. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and the sugar until smooth. Stir in the coconut milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, stir to combine. Add 1 cup of the pureed pineapple and stir once more.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake 35-38 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 15 minutes, before inverting the cakes over a wire rack. Let the cakes cool completely.
  • Place the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Add half the powdered sugar and beat to combine. Add the remaining sugar and beat again. Add the coconut milk and the vanilla, beat to combine and then taste the frosting. Adjust the sugar as desired, and add a tiny splash of rum, if you would like.
  • Place one layer of the cake on a plate, top with 1/3 of the frosting, smoothing it gently across the cake, almost to the edge. Gently place the second cake over the frosting layer. (I like to place the first cake upright and then flip the second cake over, so that the tops are facing in and the bottom is on top providing a nice flat layer.) Scoop the remaining frosting onto the top cake and gently spread it across the cake. Sprinkle with coconut, if desired, and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 kcal, Carbohydrate 108 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 136 mg, Sodium 386 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 81 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

COCONUT CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE FILLING



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A from-scratch coconut cake with a fruity pineapple filling.

Provided by Sandi R.

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder
½ cup coconut milk
¾ cup crushed pineapple with juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
¾ cup shortening
1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
⅓ cup coconut milk, or as needed
1 ½ cups flaked coconut, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch square pan.
  • Cream butter and sugar together in a large bowl. Beat in eggs, one at a time; stir in vanilla extract.
  • Combine flour and baking powder in a separate bowl; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Mix in the coconut milk until batter is smooth. Scrape into the prepared pan and smooth the top flat.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top springs back when lightly touched, 30 to 40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen. Invert carefully onto a cooling rack. Let cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine crushed pineapple, juice, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Whisk until cornstarch is smooth. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until filling has thickened and just barely starts to boil. Remove and set aside to cool.
  • Cream confectioners' sugar and shortening together in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla extract. Gradually add coconut milk, beating until smooth; you may need to use more or less milk depending on the desired thickness of the icing.
  • Cut the cooled cake in half to form two 4 1/2x9-inch pieces. Spread pineapple filling on top of one half. Place the other half, top-side down, on top of the filling. Frost the sides and top with icing, then sprinkle coconut all over icing, pressing gently so it sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669 calories, Carbohydrate 92.2 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 135.9 mg, Sugar 73 g

COCONUT CAKE WITH CRUSHED PINEAPPLE



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Find a yummy combination of coconut and crushed pineapple in this tender, moist cake, with more crushed pineapple in the filling. Coconut and pineapple tidbits or slices are the garnish on top of a sweet buttercream frosting. Cover and refrigerate to store.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Coconut Cake Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon coconut extract
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 cup packed sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream, or more as needed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained and juice reserved
1 cup packed sweetened flaked coconut
¼ cup pineapple tidbits, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter three 9-inch round cake pans and dust lightly with flour.
  • Prepare cake: Stir flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda together in a large bowl. Stir in eggs and melted butter until just combined. Add sour cream, vanilla and coconut extracts, undrained pineapple and coconut; stir until combined. Divide batter evenly into the three prepared pans.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted in the middle of a layer comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool in the pans on wire racks about 10 minutes. Turn layers out onto the racks and cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Prepare the buttercream frosting: Beat butter in the bowl of an electric mixer until fluffy and lighter in color. Add 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon cream; beat on medium speed for about 1 minute. When the sugar is fully incorporated, add vanilla, salt, 1 additional cup of powdered sugar, and 1 more tablespoon cream; beat for about 2 minutes. Beat in the remaining powdered sugar. If the frosting is too stiff, add a few drops of cream and stir again. Repeat until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Prepare the filling: Remove 1 cup of the frosting and place in a medium mixing bowl. Add drained, crushed pineapple and stir. Add a few drops of reserved pineapple juice if the mixture is too stiff.
  • To assemble: place one cake layer on a cake plate or stand. Spread 1/2 of the filling on top of the first layer. Put the second layer in place and spread the remaining filling on it. Place the third layer on the top and spread the remaining buttercream frosting on the top and sides of the cake. Garnish the top of the cake with flaked coconut, and add drained pineapple tidbits as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 807.1 calories, Carbohydrate 112.5 g, Cholesterol 135.5 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Sodium 540.2 mg, Sugar 84.9 g

PINEAPPLE PARADISE CAKE WITH COCONUT CREAM FROSTING



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This is another wonderful cake that I found along time ago in our local paper. It is great for large gatherings, pot lucks or picnics.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, reserve 1/4 cup
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon coconut flavoring
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon coconut flavoring
1 lb powdered sugar
1/2 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • For cake: Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Using a slotted spoon, set aside 1/4 cup pineapple for frosting.
  • In mixing bowl, combine remaining pineapple and juice with flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, vegetable oil and coconut flavoring.
  • Beat at medium speed 2 minutes.
  • Pour into greased and floured 10-1/2 x 15-1/2 x 1 inch baking pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
  • Let cool completely.
  • To make frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, sour cream, vanilla and coconut flavoring until smooth and creamy.
  • Add powdered sugar; beat until frosting is a spreadable consistency.
  • Stir in coconut and reserved 1/4 cup pineapple.
  • Use to frost cake.

COOL AND CREAMY PINEAPPLE PARADISE DESSERT



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I made this for the first time over Memorial Day weekend since my husband was having a craving for pineapple. I took a few other recipes, changed them up and combined them to come up with this one. My husband loved it! The crust seemed dry after I baked it but when the pudding mixture sat in it overnight, it got soft and delicious. Use low-fat or nonfat ingredients to get a delicious dessert without all the guilt! You can also add other fruit to switch it up a little. I think next time I'll add mandarin oranges and cherries along with the pineapple. (Plan ahead because this needs at least 1 hour to chill but I wasn't sure exactly how to input that into the total cook time. It took about a half hour to prepare with 1 hour chill time.) (The pictures are of the dessert before I added the whipped topping)

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 whole low-fat graham crackers (it works out to about half a box)
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
32 ounces plain nonfat yogurt
1 (1 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding (unprepared)
2 (20 ounce) cans pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1 (12 ounce) container light whipped topping, thawed (Cool Whip makes Lite)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Put the graham crackers into a food processor and pulse until they are reduced to fine crumbs (or use 2 1/2 c premade graham cracker crumbs but I couldn't find a low-fat variety).
  • Add the sugar and melted butter to the crumbs. Pulse until everything is combined, taking care to scrape the sides often so it all gets mixed together.
  • Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13" glass baking dish.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool on a rack until you are able to touch the dish (about 10-15 minutes). You can also shut the oven off now.
  • In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and pudding. You can use a hand mixer if necessary.
  • Pour the pudding mix into the graham cracker crust and spread evenly.
  • Top the pudding with the pineapple chunks.
  • Top the pineapple chunks with the thawed Cool Whip topping.
  • Cover and allow to chill in refrigerator until serving, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 22.5, Sodium 136.3, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 32, Protein 6

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 :

PINEAPPLE COCONUT CAKE



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This coconut cake is a guaranteed showstopper at any holiday meal or special occasion. The beautiful flakes of coconut are reminiscent of snow. But one taste of the sunny pineapple will transport you to the tropics. -Monica Kennedy, Johnson City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 large eggs, separated
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons coconut extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
MOUSSE:
4 cups heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
5 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Drain pineapple, reserving 1 cup juice; set aside., Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine flour and baking powder. In another bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating on high speed until thick and lemon-colored. Beat in butter, extracts and 1/2 cup reserved juice. Add dry ingredients; beat until well blended., Beat egg whites with clean beaters on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form. Fold into batter., Transfer to two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake 18-22 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add 1 cup confectioners' sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat cream cheese, pineapple and remaining confectioners' sugar until blended; stir in 2 cups coconut. Fold in whipped cream. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour., Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; drizzle with 2 tablespoons reserved juice. Spread with 2 cups mousse. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cake layer and drizzle with remaining juice. Spread remaining mousse over top and sides of cake. Press remaining coconut onto top and sides. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 899 calories, Fat 62g fat (42g saturated fat), Cholesterol 248mg cholesterol, Sodium 388mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

COCONUT CAKE W/ PINEAPPLE FROSTING



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THIS IS A DELICIOUS CAKE THAT I USUALLY MAKE FOR HOLIDAYS CAUSE ITS JUST TOOOOO GOOD N TOOOOO MUCH CAKE FOR MY FAMILY OF FOUR.....ITS THE KIND OF CAKE THATS WORTH THE EFFORT TO MAKE...AKA PIÑA COLADA CAKE :)

Provided by Lora DiGs

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 c butter, room temp
2 c sugar
4 large eggs, room temp
3 c self rising flour
1 c coconut milk
2 tsp vanilla
FILLING
3/4 c sugar
1 c sour cream
4 Tbsp coconut milk (reg milk ok)
1/2 c coconut, flaked
FROSTING
8 oz cream cheese, room temp
1/2 c butter, room temp
1 lb confectioners sugar
1 c canned crushed pineapple in its own juice not heavy syrup (squeezed dry)

Steps:

  • 1. GREASE N FLOUR 3 ROUND CAKE PANS. IN LARGE MIXN BOWL CREAM TOGETHER BUTTER N SUGAR UNTIL FLUFFY. (About 8 min) ADD EGGS ONE AT A TIME N MIXN WELL AFTER EACH ADDITION. GRADUALLY ADD FLOUR N COCONUT MILK STARTN WITH FLOUR N ENDING WITH FLOUR....NOW ADD VANILLA N COMBINE. PREHEAT OVEN TO 350
  • 2. POUR BATTER EVENLY INTO THE THREE PREPARED PANS....LEVEL WITH OFFSET SPATULA OR DROP 2" -3" ABOVE COUNTER to LEVEL. BAKE FOR 30 MINUTES. REMOVE FROM OVEN N COOL ON COOLN RACKS FOR 15 MIN.
  • 3. IN A SMALL BOWL COMBINE SOUR CREAM, 4 TBLSP. COCONUT MILK, N COCONUT...SET ASIDE. ON CAKE PLATTER INVERT ONE LAYER OF CAKE NEXT POKE HOLES IN THE CAKE WITH WRONG END OF WOODEN SPOON (I USED PLASTIC N IT WORKD JUST FINE....LOL) ABOUT 1" apart NOW SPOON ON ONE THIRD OF SOUR CREAM MIXTURE...NEXT CAKE LAYER N REPEAT PROCESS N THE SAME WITH LAST LAYER ;)
  • 4. OKAY. NOW IS WEN THE PATIENCE COMES IN...REFRIGERATE CAKE (COVERD) FOR 24 HOURS....TRY N FORGET ABOUT IT :/
  • 5. OK ITS 24 HOURS LATER! MIX CREAM CHEESE N BUTTER TOGETHER THEN MIX IN CONFECTIONERS SUGAR ON LOW UNTIL ALL IS COMBINED. MIX IN CRUSHD PINEAPPLE...FROST CAKE N REFRIGERATE (for frosting to firm up slightly). THEN ENJOY :)

PARADISE PINEAPPLE PIE



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This quick-to-fix recipe makes two yummy pies that will be a hit at any carry-in dinner. Lemon juice and crushed pineapple flavor the fluffy filling that's topped with a sprinkling of coconut. I like garnish with a sprig of mint. -Bonnie Baumgardner Sylva, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2 pies (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 graham cracker crusts (9 inches)
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Place the milk in a large bowl; fold in whipped topping. Add pineapple and lemon juice; stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Pour into crusts. Sprinkle with coconut. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To make sure your cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • If you don't have coconut cream, you can use heavy cream instead. Just be sure to whip it until stiff peaks form.
  • For a more intense coconut flavor, use toasted coconut in the frosting. To toast coconut, spread it out on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.

Conclusion:

The Pineapple Paradise Cake with Coconut Cream Frosting is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The pineapple and coconut flavors are a perfect combination, and the cake is moist and fluffy. The coconut cream frosting is light and airy, and it adds a touch of sweetness to the cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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