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Tropical Sunset Cake

Tropical Sunset Cake: A Dreamy Slice of Paradise at Home

Delight in a slice of Tropical Sunset Cake, featuring sweet pineapple and coconut flavors for a refreshing tropical treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Provides the cake's structure
  • 1 cup Milk Go for full-fat milk
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable or Canola Oil Keeps the cake moist
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 1 pkg Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix Locks in moisture
  • 1 pkg Orange Gelatin Mix Contributes a vibrant hue
For the Filling
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple Drain well to prevent sogginess
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjusts the sweetness
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Adds texture
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can be swapped with Greek yogurt
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Frozen Whipped Topping Lightens the frosting
  • 1 cup Orange Slices, Fresh Pineapple Pieces Optional garnishes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cake pans
  • spatula
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three round cake pans by greasing them lightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine white cake mix, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, instant pudding mix, and orange gelatin. Beat on medium for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Evenly divide the batter among the three prepared cake pans and bake for approximately 25 minutes until done.
  4. Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained crushed pineapple, sugar, shredded coconut, and sour cream. Mix well and set aside one cup for the frosting.
  6. Assemble the cake by placing the first layer on a plate, spreading half of the filling on top, and repeating with the second layer.
  7. For frosting, fold the thawed whipped topping into the reserved cup of pineapple filling, then spread over the cake.
  8. Chill the assembled cake for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to prevent a soggy filling. Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling.

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