Pineapple Gooey Cake Recipe

Get ready for a taste sensation! This irresistible Pineapple Gooey Cake is a delightful twist on a classic, inspired by Paula Deen's famous Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cake. Imagine a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cake base topped with a luscious, tangy pineapple filling – it's pure decadence! Perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 590.4 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pineapple Gooey Cake

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How to Make Pineapple Gooey Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 2 large eggs, and 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
  3. Press the cake batter evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. In a separate large bowl, beat together 8 oz cream cheese (softened), 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained, until smooth.
  5. Add 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted unsalted butter to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.
  6. Gradually add 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  7. Carefully spread the pineapple filling evenly over the cake batter.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly gooey. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached.
  9. Let cool completely before serving. For extra indulgence, serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

251g

Fat

76g

Carbs

26g