Tropical Pineapple Delight Cakes
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tropical flavors with our Tropical Pineapple Delight Cakes. These charming three-layer cakes capture the essence of the classic Piña Colada, combining moist cake infused with crushed pineapple and coconut, all lovingly enveloped with a creamy frosting and decorated with vibrant chocolate and candy melt accents. Perfect for summer parties, celebrations, or simply as a sweet treat, these cakes will transport your taste buds straight to a sandy beach. Share these whimsical delights with family and friends and let the tropical vibes sweep you away!
6
Servings
417
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Yellow candy melts
2 cups (Melt over heat until smooth)
Green candy melts
1/2 cup (Melt over heat until smooth)
White cake mix
1 standard box (Prepare as per package instructions)
Vanilla instant pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box (For mixing into cake and frosting)
Water
1/2 cup (Add to cake batter)
Light rum
1/3 cup (Combine with cake batter and frosting)
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup (Combine into cake batter)
Large eggs
4 (Combine into cake batter)
Crushed pineapple
1 (8 ounce) can (Drain and reserve juice for frosting)
Unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1 cup (Fold into cake batter)
Cool Whip
1 (8 ounce) container (Thawed for frosting)
Yellow food coloring
2-3 drops (For adding to frosting)
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons (Melted for decorating)
Instructions
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1. Prepare the yellow candy melts: In a medium heatproof bowl, melt the yellow candy melts over a pot of simmering water until smooth. Drop small dollops onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread them into thin ovals using a small spatula. Chill for 15-20 minutes until set.
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2. Create the green leaf crowns: Repeat the melting process with green candy melts, dropping dollops to form long, slender leaves attached at the base. Make six crowns and chill until set.
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3. Bake the pineapple cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9 x 13-inch quarter-sheet pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, half the vanilla pudding, vegetable oil, eggs, water, and half the rum. Mix until well blended. Incorporate half of the crushed pineapple and all the shredded coconut. Divide the batter between the two pans and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
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4. Prepare the frosting: In a separate bowl, mix the remaining crushed pineapple, light rum, reserved pineapple juice, and remaining vanilla pudding until thickened. Fold in the Cool Whip and add yellow food coloring, mixing until evenly incorporated.
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5. Assemble the cakes: From each cooled cake layer, punch out eighteen 3-inch circles using a cookie cutter. Stack three circles to form individual mini cakes, adding 1 tbsp of frosting between layers. Carefully carve each stacked cake into a pineapple shape and apply an even layer of frosting all around.
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6. Decorate: Cover the cakes with the chilled yellow candy melt ovals, overlapping them slightly. Use melted semisweet chocolate chips in a piping bag to create dots for eyes on the pineapples. Top each cake with a green candy melt crown.
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7. Serve: Display your Tropical Pineapple Delight Cakes beautifully and enjoy as a delightful treat!
Nutrition Information
25
Fat
50
Carbs
6
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Tropical Pineapple Delight Cakes?
They are charming three-layer individual cakes that capture the essence of a Piña Colada, featuring moist pineapple and coconut cake with a creamy frosting.
How many cakes does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 individual mini cakes.
What is the calorie count for one Tropical Pineapple Delight Cake?
Each serving contains approximately 417 calories.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
What type of cake mix is used for this recipe?
A standard box of white cake mix is used as the base for the pineapple cakes.
How much rum is needed for the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of light rum, divided between the cake batter and the frosting.
How do I prepare the pineapple for the recipe?
Use one 8-ounce can of crushed pineapple. Drain the pineapple and reserve the juice for the frosting.
What kind of pudding mix is required?
You will need one 3.5-ounce box of vanilla instant pudding mix.
What type of coconut should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of unsweetened dried shredded coconut.
How long should the cakes bake?
The cakes should bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
What size pans are needed for the cake?
You will need two 9 x 13-inch quarter-sheet pans.
How do I make the yellow decorations for the pineapple skin?
Melt yellow candy melts, spread small dollops into thin ovals on parchment paper, and chill for 15-20 minutes.
How are the green leaf crowns created?
Green candy melts are melted and shaped into long, slender leaves attached at the base, then chilled until set.
How do I assemble the individual mini cakes?
Punch out 3-inch circles from the cooled cakes and stack three circles per cake with 1 tablespoon of frosting between layers.
How do I get the pineapple shape for the cakes?
Once the three cake layers are stacked, carefully carve them into a rounded pineapple shape before frosting.
What is the base of the frosting?
The frosting is made from vanilla pudding mix, reserved pineapple juice, light rum, crushed pineapple, and thawed Cool Whip.
How do I add color to the frosting?
Mix 2-3 drops of yellow food coloring into the frosting until the color is evenly incorporated.
What size cookie cutter is needed?
A 3-inch cookie cutter is used to punch out eighteen circles from the cake layers.
How do I make the eyes for the pineapples?
Use 3 tablespoons of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips in a piping bag to create dots for eyes.
Can I substitute the Cool Whip?
While the recipe specifies an 8-ounce container of Cool Whip, a stable whipped topping is necessary to maintain the frosting's texture.
Is there any fiber in these cakes?
According to the provided nutritional data, the fiber content is negligible or not listed.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 25 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each cake?
Each serving contains 50 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does one cake provide?
Each cake contains 6 grams of protein.
How many eggs are required for the batter?
The recipe requires 4 large eggs.
What is the preparation for the yellow candy melts?
They should be melted in a medium heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water until smooth.
How are the candy melt ovals applied?
Cover the frosted cakes with the chilled yellow candy melt ovals, overlapping them slightly to mimic pineapple texture.
What occasion are these cakes best for?
They are perfect for summer parties, tropical-themed celebrations, or as a whimsical sweet treat.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe utilizes 13 different ingredients.
Is the pineapple juice used in the cake batter?
No, the pineapple juice is reserved specifically for the frosting mixture.