Pineapple Cherry Topped Cake Recipe

This irresistible Pineapple Cherry Topped Cake is a delightful treat any time of year! A moist white chocolate cake (vanilla pudding mix is a delicious alternative!) is topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting and a vibrant mix of sweet pineapple, tart cherries, and crunchy nuts. The pudding mix adds a delightful extra layer of flavor and richness. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 369.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pineapple Cherry Topped Cake

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How to Make Pineapple Cherry Topped Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix, 1 (3.4 oz) package white chocolate instant pudding mix (or vanilla), and 1 cup milk. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  3. Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. While cakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add 1 (8 oz) container of non-dairy whipped topping, mixing until light and fluffy.
  5. In a separate small bowl, gently fold in 1/4 cup of the dry white chocolate pudding mix (or vanilla) into the frosting, tasting as you go to reach your desired level of pudding flavor.
  6. Once cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer with a generous amount of frosting. Top with the second cake layer. Frost the entire cake.
  7. Top the frosted cake with 1 cup crushed pineapple chunks, 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, and 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

124g

Fat

49g

Carbs

14g

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