Pineapple Angel Food Cake
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Pineapple Angel Food Cake
Description
Pineapple Angel Food Cake uses a boxed one-step angel food cake mix combined with crushed pineapple packed in its own juice and a touch of vanilla. The ingredients are mixed by hand and baked in an ungreased 9x13-inch pan at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes. The pineapple and juice provide light moisture and fruity flavor to the otherwise airy white cake mix, resulting in a tender crumb with hints of tropical sweetness.
The texture remains fluffy and soft, not dense, maintaining the characteristic lightness of angel food cake, but with the added dimension from the pineapple. The vanilla enhances this subtle tropical taste. It can be served plain or with toppings like whipped cream and shredded coconut, macadamia nut crumble, or a maraschino cherry for extra flavor and presentation.
This cake suits those looking for a mild, fruit-accented dessert that’s easy to prepare with boxed mix for convenience. It pairs well with fresh fruits or light whipped cream toppings, making it adaptable for various occasions from family desserts to potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 box angel food cake mix - use one step mix
- 20 ounces pineapple packed in its own juice, do not use packed in syrup, crushed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the angel food cake mix, vanilla, and can of crushed pineapple including the juice in the can by hand and place into a ungreased 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
Notes
- Top the cake with a dollop of whipped cream and shredded coconut for added texture and taste.
- Macadamia nut crumble on top provides a crunchy contrast to the soft cake.
- A maraschino cherry can add a festive touch when serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 466mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 42g | 84% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 96mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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