Description
This Ultimate Pineapple Juice Cake is a moist and flavorful bundt cake infused with tropical pineapple juice and topped with a sweet pineapple glaze. Made with yellow cake mix and instant vanilla pudding for extra tenderness, this easy-to-make dessert delivers a refreshing fruity twist perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple or bottled)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Glaze Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and generously grease a bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, instant vanilla pudding mix, eggs, 1 cup pineapple juice, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour and bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze: While the cake bakes, combine the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and the remaining ½ cup pineapple juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar until the glaze is smooth.
- Glaze the cake: When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and immediately poke holes all over the top using a skewer or fork. Slowly pour the warm glaze over the hot cake while it is still in the bundt pan to allow it to soak in.
- Rest and serve: Let the cake sit for 15 to 20 minutes to absorb the glaze, then carefully invert it onto a serving plate. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For an extra pineapple flavor, add crushed pineapple to the batter or use pineapple slices as garnish on top.
- This cake is delicious served chilled, making it a great make-ahead dessert.
- Use fresh pineapple juice if possible for the best flavor.
- Ensure the bundt pan is well greased to avoid sticking, especially with the glaze soaking process.
