Description
This Pineapple Coconut “God Bless America 
” Cake is a vibrant, tropical dessert that celebrates the flavors of summer! With a moist, sweet cake base, topped with juicy pineapple, shredded coconut, and a creamy frosting, it’s the perfect treat for patriotic holidays like the 4th of July.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for topping)
For the Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp reserved pineapple juice (from the can)
- Red and blue sprinkles or food coloring (optional, for a patriotic touch)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, eggs, and drained crushed pineapple. Mix well until smooth.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of shredded coconut, and pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Make the Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- Add the reserved pineapple juice and beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle additional shredded coconut on top, and decorate with red and blue sprinkles or food coloring for a festive, patriotic look.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy this tropical treat that’s perfect for your next summer gathering or patriotic celebration!
Notes
- You can add extra pineapple chunks or even maraschino cherries on top for extra color and flavor.
- For a lighter frosting, you could use whipped cream cheese or a store-bought whipped topping.
- If you’re making this cake for a specific holiday, feel free to add decorative elements like small flags or fruit shaped like stars to enhance the theme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12-1/16 of the cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg