Description
Looking for the best pineapple cream cake recipe? This one is quick, easy, and perfect for any celebration! Whether you’re after a simple tropical dessert idea or a healthy-ish cake that’s still indulgent, this layered treat is sweet, fluffy, and totally beginner-friendly. Save this easy pineapple cake for birthdays, summer parties, or brunch!
Ingredients
- 3 layers of vanilla sponge cake
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (for topping)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare and cool vanilla sponge cake layers.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream cheese until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in crushed pineapple into the whipped cream mixture.
- Layer cake with pineapple cream between each layer.
- Pipe swirls of cream on top and garnish with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut.
- Chill cake for 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Brush cake layers with pineapple juice for extra moisture.
- Add coconut extract for a tropical twist.
- Store covered in fridge for up to 3 days.
- Use store-bought cake to save time.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake Frosting and Layering
- Cuisine: Tropical