PISTACHIO PINEAPPLE CAKE

Pistachio Pineapple Cake starts with a cake mix & results in a light & airy cake with great pineapple flavor, topped with an incredible pistachio frosting!

With its easy-to-follow instructions and minimal ingredients, this cake with pistachio nuts is perfect for any occasion.

Easy Pineapple and Pistachio Cake- Great Flavor and Texture!

Pistachio Pineapple Cake recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Create a cake that is bursting with flavor and texture using minimal and basic ingredients.

This cake is a great option for a quick dessert that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of pineapple and pistachio creates a unique and delicious flavor that everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just want a sweet treat to enjoy with your family, this cake is a great choice. Make it today and see for yourself just how delicious it is!

Why You Will Love This Pineapple Cake Recipe

• Easy to Make: Using a boxed cake mix and instant pudding mix makes this recipe quick and easy to prepare. Even novice bakers can whip up this delicious cake in no time.
• Moist and Flavorful: The crushed pineapple in the cake batter keeps the cake moist and add a delicious tropical flavor. The pistachio pudding mix adds a unique and nutty taste to the cake.
• The Pistachio Frosting!!: The pistachio pudding frosting is a perfect complement to the cake. It’s creamy, sweet, and has a subtle pistachio flavor. The addition of heavy cream gives the frosting a rich and luxurious texture.

Pineapple Pistachio Cake Ingredients

Cake mix: Simplify this recipe by using one 13.25-oz box of yellow cake mix, any brand will work great.

Pudding mix: You will need one 3.4-oz box of pistachio pudding mix to give this cake great texture and taste.

Eggs: Help bind the ingredients together well by using 3 large eggs in the batter.

Vegetable oil: ½ cup of vegetable oil will give the cake the needed fats to stay moist while baking.

Pineapple: Add one 15-oz can of crushed pineapple (not drained) for incredible flavor and chunks of tangy deliciousness in each bite.

Pistachio Pudding Frosting

Pudding mix: Use one 3.4-oz box of pistachio pudding mix for a creamy and soft cake topping.

Milk: You will need 1 cup of milk to make the pudding topping a nice consistency.

Heavy cream: For a rich and creamy topping, add 1 cup of heavy cream.

Powder sugar: Sweeten the topping perfectly by adding 2 TBSP of powdered sugar.

Pistachios: If desired, sprinkle some chopped pistachios on top of the frosting for more great texture and flavor too.

How to make Pistachio and Pineapple Cake

Prep

Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F. Then grease and line a 9×13 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and parchment paper.

Batter

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, dry pistachio pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and crushed pineapple. Beat the mixture with an electric hand whisk until combined.

Then transfer the mixture to your prepared cake pan.

Bake

Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until a skewer poked into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Let the cake cool completely before adding the topping.

Making a Pistachio frosting

In a mixing bowl, whisk the pistachio pudding mix and milk until smooth and thick.

After that in a separate bowl, combine the heavy cream and powdered sugar, whip with an electric hand whisk until it reaches the stiff peaks stage.

Then fold the whipped cream into the pistachio pudding mixture until combined.

Spread the pistachio frosting over the top of the cooled cake. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on the frosting, if desired.

Slice, serve, & enjoy!

How long is this pineapple pistachio cake good for?

The pistachio pineapple cake can be stored in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to 4 days. It is recommended to bring the cake to room temperature before serving.

Can angel food cake be used as a substitute for yellow cake mix?

No, angel food cake mix cannot be used as a substitute for yellow cake mix in this recipe. Angel food cake mix has a different texture and consistency compared to yellow cake mix, which will affect the overall outcome of the cake.

How does adding pudding mix to a cake affect its texture?

Adding pudding mix to a cake recipe can improve its texture and moisture. The pudding mix helps to make the cake more tender and moist, and also adds flavor to the cake. It is a great addition to any cake recipe.

Tips for enhancing the flavor of a boxed yellow cake mix

To enhance the flavor of a boxed yellow cake mix, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract to the batter. You can also add a tablespoon of lemon zest or orange zest for a citrusy flavor. Additionally, you can add a tablespoon of instant coffee or cocoa powder to the batter to give it a rich and deep flavor.

Enjoy the flavor of Pistachio and Pineapple? So do we!

• We love using pistachio in recipes! We baked it into this lovely Pistachio Bundt Cake for dessert. We also have this fabulous Pineapple Bundt Cake that’s made with just a few ingredients!
• See our take on a classic pistachio Watergate Salad here! If you love this salad, you’ll want to check out the Pistachio Pineapple cream pie we made too.
• Did you know you can add pistachio pudding mix to cookies? You can! And they’re incredible. We also love making these Pistachio Pinwheel cookies for St. Patrick’s Day!
• This Pineapple Zucchini Sweet Bread is beyond delicious.
• If you don’t feel like baking, try whipping up a batch of Creamy Pineapple Jello! I think it goes perfectly alongside a nice Sunday dinner.

Pistachio Pineapple Cake is an incredible combination of flavor and texture! Make this pistachio pudding cake easily using basic ingredients, some of which may already be in your kitchen.