Pistachio pineapple cake is a delightful dessert that combines the nutty flavor of pistachios with the sweetness of pineapple. Here’s a recipe to make this delicious cake:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 box (about 15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (reserve the juice)
For the Frosting:
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (reserved from the cake)
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped pistachios
- Maraschino cherries
- Sliced pineapple
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, instant pistachio pudding mix, eggs, sour cream, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan(s) and spread it out into an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes for a 9×13-inch pan or 20-25 minutes for round cake pans, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan(s) on a wire rack.
- While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, combine the instant pistachio pudding mix and milk. Whisk until smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout the frosting.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
- Optional: Garnish the cake with chopped pistachios, maraschino cherries, and/or sliced pineapple for a decorative touch.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the frosting to set.
- Slice and serve your delicious pistachio pineapple cake, and enjoy!
This cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to potlucks, and its unique flavor combination is sure to be a hit with friends and family.