Here’s the classic Pineapple Heaven Cake 🍍—super easy, moist, and perfect for potlucks or dessert nights.
Pineapple Heaven Cake (No Mixer Needed)
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple (DO NOT drain)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- Optional garnish: shredded coconut or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, mix cake mix, crushed pineapple (with juice), eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour batter into the pan.
- Bake 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cake cool completely.
Topping
- Whisk pudding mix with milk until thick.
- Fold in whipped topping.
- Spread evenly over cooled cake.
- Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Tips & Variations ✨
- Add mandarin oranges to the topping for extra fruitiness
- Use coconut pudding instead of vanilla for a tropical twist
- Sprinkle toasted coconut on top
If you want, I can share a dump-cake version, from-scratch version, or a lighter option 😊
