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Pistachio Pineapple Cake

Pistachio Pineapple Cake: A Tropical Delight You’ll Love

This Pistachio Pineapple Cake blends nutty pistachios and tropical pineapple for a refreshing dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Angel Food Cake Mix This serves as the light base; consider substituting with a homemade version if you're up for a challenge.
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple Provide a burst of tropical sweetness; ensure it's well-drained.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pistachios Infuses the cake with nutty flavor and crunch; can substitute with finely chopped walnuts.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese Frosting Adds a rich finish; try coconut cream frosting for a tropical twist.
For Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Additional Chopped Pistachios Perfect for decoration and extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Fresh pieces enhance the tropical theme.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Cake Pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pistachio Pineapple Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by spraying them with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a bowl, combine the angel food cake mix, well-drained crushed pineapple, and finely chopped pistachios. Stir gently until just combined.
  3. Pour the batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Remove baked cakes and cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before inverting and letting them cool completely.
  5. Once cooled, frost the top of one layer with cream cheese frosting, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.
  6. Finish by sprinkling additional chopped pistachios and pineapple chunks on top of the frosted cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the crushed pineapple is thoroughly drained; fold ingredients gently to maintain airiness. Keep an eye on the baking time to avoid overbaking, and allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting.

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