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Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake

A delightful cake combining the sunny sweetness of pineapple and creamy coconut, perfect for gatherings and creating cherished memories.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 3 pieces eggs
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts optional
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 can cream of coconut for frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, coconut oil, pineapple juice, and eggs. Beat until smooth.
  3. Stir in the shredded coconut and chopped walnuts (if using).
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a separate bowl, mix the cream of coconut and powdered sugar until combined.
  2. Gently fold in the whipped cream to make it light and fluffy.
Assembly
  1. Spread the cream of coconut mixture generously over the cooled cake.
  2. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, consider toasting the walnuts before folding them in. Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.