Ingredients
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- 1 box White Cake Mix
- 8 oz can Crushed Pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract (for pineapple mixture)
- 8 oz package Cream Cheese, softened
- ½ cup Butter, softened
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract (for frosting)
- 3 cups Crushed Pecans
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake a white cake according to package directions in your desired cake pan. Once baked, cool the cake and poke holes throughout with the end of a wooden spoon.
- Pineapple Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the crushed pineapple (with its juice), 1 cup of granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract. Bring to a boil for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour the hot pineapple mixture over the cooled cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Cream Cheese Frosting: In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, remaining vanilla extract, and 2 cups of crushed pecans, mixing until well combined. Spread the frosting generously over the cooled cake.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before making the frosting.
- You can garnish with extra crushed pecans or a maraschino cherry.
- This cake is perfect for potlucks and gatherings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 50g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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