Pineapple Nut Pound Cake Recipe

This nostalgic Pineapple Nut Pound Cake recipe, discovered on a vintage cake mix box, is a delightful twist on a classic! The combination of juicy pineapple, crunchy nuts, and a subtly sweet cake is irresistible. Whether you use yellow or white cake mix, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. The hint of coconut adds a tropical touch that elevates this pound cake to something truly special. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-make, yet incredibly delicious dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 495.5 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pineapple Nut Pound Cake

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How to Make Pineapple Nut Pound Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt cake pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup chopped nuts, ½ cup shredded sweetened coconut, and ¼ cup (½ stick) softened butter or margarine. Mix well.
  4. Evenly sprinkle the nut and coconut mixture into the prepared bundt pan.
  5. Drain one 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple thoroughly, reserving the juice.
  6. Add enough water to the reserved pineapple juice to measure 1 ¼ cups.
  7. In a large bowl, combine one 15.25-ounce box of yellow or white cake mix, ⅓ cup vegetable oil, 1 ¼ cups pineapple juice mixture, and 3 large eggs.
  8. Beat on low speed with an electric mixer until just moistened, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  9. Increase speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally.
  10. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  11. Evenly spoon the drained pineapple chunks over the batter.
  12. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  13. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  14. Invert the cake onto a wire rack or heatproof serving plate.
  15. Remove the pan and let the cake cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

149g

Fat

25g

Carbs

21g