Pineapple Juice Cake

 

Pineapple Juice Cake

This Pineapple Juice Cake is a moist, buttery dessert infused with tropical flavor. Made with pineapple juice in both the batter and glaze, it's the perfect treat for any occasion!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan or a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Mix the Batter:

   • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pineapple juice, oil, eggs, sugar, and vanilla.
   • Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.

3. Bake the Cake:

   • Pour batter into the prepared pan.
   • Bake for 35-40 minutes (bundt pan) or 30-35 minutes (9x13-inch pan) until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

4. Make the Glaze:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and melted butter until smooth.

5. Glaze the Cake:

   • While the cake is still warm, poke holes on top with a skewer or fork.
   • Pour the glaze evenly over the cake, letting it soak in.

6. Cool & Serve:

   • Let the cake cool completely before slicing. Enjoy as is or with whipped cream!

Variations:

• Coconut Twist: Add shredded coconut to the batter or sprinkle on top.
• Nutty Crunch: Top with chopped pecans or toasted almonds.
• Extra Pineapple Flavor: Mix crushed pineapple into the batter.

Would you prefer a lighter or richer version?