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Church Cake

Deliciously Creamy Church Cake for Your Next Potluck

This Church Cake is a creamy layered dessert that's easy to make and perfect for potlucks, blending banana and pineapple flavors delightfully.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Jiffy banana muffin mix Any banana cake mix can substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
  • ⅔ cup Milk Almond or oat milk can substitute.
For the Topping
  • 1 can Crushed pineapple Ensure it's drained well.
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Nondairy alternative can be used.
  • 1 pkg Instant vanilla pudding mix Dairy-free version can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Cold milk Same alternatives apply as above.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Can be replaced with homemade whipped cream.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Church Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Jiffy banana muffin mix, eggs, and ⅔ cup of milk. Stir gently until just combined, pour into the prepared baking dish.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let the Church Cake cool completely in the baking dish on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth. In another bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until smooth, then fold into the cream cheese.
  6. Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the cooled cake, then cover with the creamy pudding mixture. Top with Cool Whip.
  7. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or preferably overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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