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.

Chipo Twakkie
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the pineapple-coconut frosting.


Taqi naqvi
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.


Meygah Mann
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This cake is a showstopper! I always get compliments on it when I bring it to parties.


Zaynab Hana
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


Ben Ward
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, anniversaries, and even just because.


faizee akhtar
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


Jam. E J a. Mr
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the pineapple-coconut frosting.


Mario Lopez
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.


Lovely Yeasmin
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This cake is a showstopper! I always get compliments on it when I bring it to parties.


Kay Kevin Fondzenyuy
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did. It's now my go-to cake recipe.


Elena Whitenack
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This cake is so beautiful and delicious. I can't wait to make it again!


Info & Fun World
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


TREVIX ELAIVIX
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just because.


fasty Illon
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I love how moist and flavorful this cake is. The frosting is also to die for!


Khumanchan Rajbanshi
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This is the best cake I've ever made! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


John Yaqoob
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success! The kids loved the bright colors and the fruity flavor.


Laraithon Cambrin
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This Polynesian Party Cake was a huge hit at my luau! It was so moist and flavorful, and the pineapple-coconut frosting was the perfect finishing touch.