Best 6 Polynesian Cake And Cream Frosting Recipes

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**Indulge in the Tropical Delights of Polynesian Cake and Cream Frosting: A Culinary Journey to Paradise**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of the Pacific Islands with the tantalizing Polynesian cake and its heavenly cream frosting. This exotic duo is a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. The moist and fluffy cake, infused with the vibrant essence of coconut and pineapple, is a perfect canvas for the velvety smooth cream frosting, which bursts with refreshing citrus notes and a hint of tropical sweetness. Prepare to be captivated by this delightful combination, presented in three enticing variations: the classic Polynesian cake, a luscious pineapple upside-down cake, and a charming mini bundt cake adorned with tropical fruits. Each recipe promises an unforgettable taste experience, inviting you to savor the vibrant flavors of the Polynesian Islands.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

POLYNESIAN PARTY CAKE



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This is one of my most requested take along cakes. I got the original recipe from the Ladies Home Journal many years ago. I decided to cut the fats by tweaking the recipe with fat free egg substitute, light butter and fat free or light cream cheese. I also added macadamia nuts to the mixture. Get ready for the "Wows" when you...

Provided by Laurie Lenartowicz

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

CAKE INGREDIENTS
2 c all purpose flour
2 Tbsp granuated sugar
2 tsp baking soda
1/2 c fat free egg substitute (or 2 large eggs)
20 oz crushed canned pineapple with juice
1 c coconut, shredded
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c coarsely chopped macadamia nuts, roasted and salted
*ICING
1/2 c light butter or margarine, softened (or real butter)
4 oz light or fat free cream cheese softened (or regular cream cheese)
2 c powdered sugar
1/4 c whole macadamia nuts, roasted and salted
*note: i make a double amount of frosting so i can pipe decorative swirls in which to place the nuts.

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325. Grease and flour a 9 x 13 baking pan.
  • 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and sugar. Pour the following over the flour mixture: Pineapple with the juice, coconut, eggs, vanilla and 1/2 cup of nuts. Stir batter just until all the dry is incorporated.
  • 3. Pour batter into baking pan. Bake at 325 for 35-40 minutes until toothpick inserted tests dry. Cool completely in pan on a rack.
  • 4. Make the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat on medium speed with mixer until light and fluffy. Frost the cooled cake with the icing You may reserve some for decorating or make a double batch of this recipe. Place extra frosting in a piping bag and make some little swirls as shown. Place 1/4 cup of reserved macadamia nuts on top of cake.
  • 5. Cut into squares and serve. Refrigerate leftovers.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



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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.

POLYNESIAN CAKE



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Make and share this Polynesian Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup oil
2 cups flour
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 (3 1/2 ounce) jars carrots (2nd Stage baby food)
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can pineapple, crushed
1 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degree.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix well by hand (do not use electric mixer).
  • Pour into greased 9x13 pan.
  • bake 40-50 minutes or until set.
  • Serve with whipped cream.

HAWAIIAN CAKE



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Estella Traeger of Milwaukee, Wisconsin dresses up a boxed yellow cake mix with pineapple, coconut and a delightful blend of instant pudding, cream cheese and whipped topping. "This is a favorite dessert that suits any occasion. Try it once and you're sure to make it again," she promises.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
2 cups cold 2% milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until cake tests done; cool completely. , In a large bowl, combine milk and pudding mixes; beat in cream cheese until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cooled cake. Top with the pineapple, cherries, coconut and walnuts. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HAWAIIAN SUNSET CAKE



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This three-layer orange cake is pretty enough for company, but it's so simple to fix that you'll find yourself making it all the time. A boxed mix keeps it convenient while the pineapple-coconut filling makes it a crowd-pleaser. -Kara De la vega, Suisun City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package white or orange cake mix (regular size)
1-1/2 cups milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin
4 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
FILLING:
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups sugar
3-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut (about 10 ounces)
1 cup sour cream
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Additional coconut, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, sugar, 3-1/2 cups coconut and sour cream. Set aside 1 cup for frosting. Place one cake on a serving plate; top with a third of the remaining pineapple mixture. Repeat layers twice. , Fold whipped topping into the reserved pineapple mixture. Spread over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle with toasted coconut if desired. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible, especially for the frosting. Fresh fruit will give your cake a more intense flavor.
  • Make sure your cake is completely cool before frosting it. If the cake is still warm, the frosting will melt and become runny.
  • If you're using a store-bought cake mix, be sure to follow the directions on the package. Some cake mixes require you to add eggs, oil, and water, while others do not.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • If you're using a cream cheese frosting, be sure to use softened cream cheese. Hard cream cheese will make the frosting lumpy.
  • Beat the butter and cream cheese together until they are light and fluffy. This will help create a smooth and creamy frosting.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture, beating until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  • Add flavorings, such as vanilla extract, almond extract, or fruit puree, to the frosting to taste.

Conclusion:

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

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