Pineapple Spice Cake Recipe

This ridiculously easy Pineapple Spice Cake is a game-changer! Forget oily, dry cakes – we're using crushed pineapple and its juice to replace oil and water in your favorite spice cake mix, resulting in a surprisingly moist and lower-fat treat. The bright citrus notes from orange extract (or try rum extract for a twist!) perfectly complement the sweet pineapple. This recipe is so simple, yet it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser – perfect for bake sales or any occasion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 141.6 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Pineapple Spice Cake

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How to Make Pineapple Spice Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Drain one (20 ounce) can of crushed pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup of the juice.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix, drained pineapple, reserved pineapple juice, 3 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of orange extract (or rum extract).
  4. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before glazing.
  7. While the cake cools, whisk together 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of orange juice (or milk) to create a smooth glaze. Add more powdered sugar or liquid as needed to reach desired consistency.
  8. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

4g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pineapple Spice Cake?

Pineapple Spice Cake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pineapple Spice Cake?

Pineapple Spice Cake has approximately 141.6 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pineapple Spice Cake?

The key ingredients for Pineapple Spice Cake are Cake, Spice Cake Mix, Crushed Pineapple, Eggs, Orange Extract, Powdered Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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