Pineapple Cream Cake
- SERVES
- 15
- COOK TIME
- 30 Min
Need a yummy dessert for a covered-dish supper? Then this is your ticket! You can even make it a day or two ahead, and grab it from the fridge on your way out the door!
What You'll Need
- 1 (15-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (11-ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (12-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (5.1-ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
What to Do
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside.
- Combine pineapple juice, cake mix, eggs, mandarin oranges, and mayonnaise in a large mixing bowl. Beat at medium speed with an electric beater until blended. Pour batter into a greased 9- x 13-inch baking dish. Bake 30 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in dish on a wire rack.
- Combine drained pineapple, whipped topping, and pudding mix in a mixing bowl; beat at low speed until blended. Spread mixture evenly over cake. Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving. Store in refrigerator.
Check This Out!
- For more easy pineapple desserts, make our Upside Down Pineapple Muffins, our Pineapple-Orange Pretzel Squares, or our Poolside Party Fluff!
- Want more tropical dinner recipes? Try our Coconut-Crusted Pork Chops, our Tropical Pulled Pork Sliders, or our Hawaiian Meatballs.
- Let them eat cake! Make our Zucchini Spice Bundt Cake, our Banana Wedding Cake, or our Chocolate Custard Cake!
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Nutritional InformationShow More
Servings Per Recipe: 15
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Calories 281
- Calories from Fat 111
- Total Fat 12g 19 %
- Saturated Fat 4.2g 21 %
- Trans Fat 0.0g 0 %
- Protein 3.4g 7 %
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 45mg 15 %
- Sodium 333mg 14 %
- Total Carbohydrates 40g 13 %
- Dietary Fiber 1.0g 4 %
- Sugars 26g 0 %
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seibert74 8153701
Jun 20, 2020
Do you drain the pineapple? It says undrained in list of ingredients and in the directions drained pineapple. Thanks
Test Kitchen Team
Jun 22, 2020
Hello! The pineapple is drained in the first step so the juice can be used later in the recipe. Hope this helps!
cakengiftsin 17839 46
Apr 22, 2017
Best Pineapple Cake ever!!!...and so simple! Awesome cake recipe.
BeckySue
May 09, 2016
I love a citrus dessert in the summer! Even though summer isn't quite here yet, I'm stocking my pantry with these ingredients, because it's going to be the first summer dessert I make! I'm going to swap some of the mandarin oranges for apricots and add a few dried cranberries for color where some recipes call for maraschino cherries. I don't care for those.
Dianemangan64 8692 997
Jun 13, 2015
Very delicious and easy to make! Had us fighting over who would get the last piece! Made it about 3 weeks ago and have been scouring emails for the last hour trying to find the recipe again! It's that good!
mchenryrose
May 07, 2015
Question ? Do you add the Pudding mix dry or do you make the Pudding first to box directions ? Please could someone let me know !!!! Thanks in advance
Test Kitchen Team
May 08, 2015
For this recipe you will add the pudding mix dry. Do not follow the package instructions. Enjoy!
whosyournana 96222 26
Feb 16, 2015
very easy, delisious! as a rule, I always add a little almond extract to any cherry dessert I make, just a capful or so, which really enhances the cherry flavor. left out cinnamon to please certain family members..... we all have em!
thegerdemans 44100 66
Feb 28, 2015
What recipe are you referring to? There's no cinnamon or cherries in the recipe!
ladiwolf4 8159846
Nov 07, 2014
I've seen recipes that you can put holes in cake be adding topping, would you agree with doing that with this recipe? It sounds so delicious, but hubby don't care for cool whip, so maybe putting holes it wouldn't be quite as sweet new noticeable. I hope you answer quickly, I plan on making tomorrow. Lol
Test Kitchen Team
Nov 10, 2014
Hello - You can certainly try turning this cake into a "poke cake." You would need to make the pudding thinner, so that it can be easily poured into the holes. We recommend making the pudding without the whipped topping, and then just adding some milk to thin it out. Let us know how it turns out!
Knight76
Apr 22, 2014
Im confused due to two different things bein said..The recipe says set pineapple aside and use it for the topping and use juice for cake, but the opposite of that is bein said in a reply to another commentor. I would really like to make this for my family so which is the correct way :)
Test Kitchen Team
Apr 22, 2014
I see your confusion and we apologize. You will drain the pineapple and add the reserved juice to the cake batter and add the crushed pineapple to the topping. I hope this clears up any confusion. Thank you for reaching out to us.
carolcrawford3837 1703860
Mar 17, 2014
You said undrained pineapple in cake and then call for pineapple juice in topping
tk57
Mar 01, 2014
Yum. I have made this cake twice, by the recipe and it has dissappeared both times. Everyone raves about how good it is.
cookerinNM
Feb 27, 2014
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS Made some changes though one quite by accident The Duncan Hines box mix was oz so I decreased the pineapple juice in the batter by same with the mayo subbed Tbs low-fat mayo plus Tbs and tsp of cannola oil for the full-fat mayo Quite by accident I bought an oz container of Lite Cool Whip--the frosting was VERY thick but still good Next time I think I will try a lemon cake mix and I think I would still make a lesser dose of frosting since the Cool Whip is a chemical cocktail An oz container has a total of calories and gms of fat all gms are SATURATED FAT and contains about cups of mixture Since heavy cream whips up to about twice its original volume you would need - cups of unwhipped cream to make the same amount as is in the small Cool Whip container…Read More So the heavy cream comes in at a whopping calories and gms of fat gms of which are SATURATED So which is worse A chemical cocktail or artery-clogging fat Anyway it's DELICIOUS AND VERY EASY ENJOY
cookerinNM
Feb 22, 2014
After all the posts about this cake, I still cannot determine if anyone has subbed light mayo for the full fat kind? And, how did it turn out? Any help would be appreciated, as I really want to try making this cake--it sounds DELICIOUS!!!!
1w 8798043
Feb 15, 2014
I do not find, as did another person who commented, that Mr. Food recipes are disappointing or unappetizing. On the contrary, I am pleased that most of the recipes use ingredients that I usually have on hand. And one can often substitute ingredients or make adjustments to their liking. Keep those recipes coming!
olguita28 8779723
Feb 13, 2014
Hello; I am new to this website and I think it is very good. I will be making this cake for my son's birthday this coming weekend and I was wondering how much vanilla extract can I use instead of vanilla pudding mix. Thank you
Test Kitchen Team
Feb 13, 2014
Hi, welcome to our site! For this particular recipe you have to use the vanilla pudding to make the recipe work. Enjoy!
bates49 0145480
Feb 13, 2014
Have had this recipe for years and it is really delicious. But mine is called a mandarin orange cake. A lot of desserts on this website have a different name but the same ingredients.
Kchamp
Feb 12, 2014
Im new to this site but I have to say I find most of these recipes to be disappointing and unappetizing. So many call for heavily processed foods like Cool Whip, instant puddings, canned fruit, packaged rolls or packaged dough, etc. Where are the real baking tips here? I would feel embarrassed serving some of these Home made desserts to guests.
irwind45150 536343 8
Feb 12, 2014
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Feb 22, 2014
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Feb 16, 2015
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Bby
Feb 12, 2014
Can I use Miracle Whip instead of Mayonnaise?
irwind45150 536343 8
Feb 12, 2014
You probably could, but I would not recommend it. If you read the ingredients on Miracle Whip and Mayonnaise, they are not both created equal. Using Miracle Whip may change the consistency or taste of your cake. I would recommend buying a "pint" of mayonnaise (my preference is Hellmans). Then use the remaining 3 cups of mayonnaise (with Miracle Whip) in 1 part mayonnaise to 2 parts Miracle Whip for tuna, chicken or egg salads
Florida Ellie
Feb 12, 2014
If you add the oranges at the same time you add the ingredients and beat the batter, they become almost invisible. You only see specks of oranges. It adds to the flavor and the moisture of the cake. I am careful to not beat them too hard, I like pieces of oange in the cake.
barbaramarsh 51737 46
Jul 07, 2013
I ate this cake at a Club meeting but it did not have any mandarian oranges in it. Perhaps they just left them out , which is fine with me as I do not care for them. I want to make it and bought the pineapple, vanilla pudding( instant) and cake mix but did not know how to put it togather. Guess I will try this way. Thanks.
mike960 4958855
May 21, 2013
I made this cake for my mom on Mothers Day, She loved it and so did everyoI also Used French vanilla pudding instead of regular in the topping Really Good
frederickjoseph28 4354976
May 12, 2013
again I would use real whipped heavy cream not that fake whipped topping loaded with chemicals
delilahmoody 70698 55
May 10, 2013
What can you use in place of canned mandarin oranges? Not a fan of them canned, only fresh from the tree.
lulu4
May 09, 2013
I brought this cake to a church meeting. Everyone loved it so I will make it again.
dennishively 22054 79
Feb 08, 2013
Fixed this for dessert one night, substituted French Vanilla for the yellow cake. Loved it.
Grammyoffour
Feb 02, 2013
I can't find a boxed cake mix of 18.25oz - usually they're 16.25 or even 15.25. Would there be any change to the recipe?
Test Kitchen Team
Feb 04, 2013
Great question! Use whatever you can find that is closest to the recipe. You will not need to adjust the recipe for the difference in the size of the cake mix. Enjoy!
ddtransport 165176 9
Feb 16, 2015
The Cake Doctor suggests the following as a smaller cake mix fix Many cooks have been frustrated to watch cake mix package sizes shrink lately. But do not despair! If you are accustomed to baking my recipes with 18.25-ounce mixes, there is a simple way that you can add flour to the smaller mixes and still bake Cake Mix Doctor recipes. Pour the cake mix into a large bowl and whisk in 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Now proceed as the recipe instructs. Not only will the cake achieve good volume, but it will have a nice structure and slice evenly. I learned this trick years ago before the mixes were downsized. If I added a little flour to the cake mix, then the cake seemed to have more body, and it did not sink or shrink when cooling. I hope you enjoy this simple solution!"
baseballgrammy
Jan 31, 2013
the recipe says undrained pineapple and then later says to add the drained pineapple
Test Kitchen Team
Feb 01, 2013
Good question! If you take a look at Step 1, the instructions are to drain the pineapple, reserving the juice. You then use the reserved juice in Step 2 and the drained pineapple in Step 3. Thank you!
Member 17371
Feb 03, 2013
the term is correct -drained pineapple means (UN) drained in other words you have "drained" the juice from the pineapple -now it is drained
S48tal 8171427
Dec 26, 2012
This is a very delicious cake!!! Recipe I have is called; "Mandarin Orange Cake," and I make a double layer round cake with the creamy topping between the layers. Then I use another can of 'mandarin oranges,' drain it, and decorate around the whole bottom of the cake. Makes for a nice presentation. I've heard many 'yummy' sounds coming from relatives and friends. Thanks again for all the tasty recipes! 'little ole' Ohio cook'
Chef 1012652
Oct 03, 2012
strange, i've made this several times and never notice, it says pineapple, undrained, yet use the juice in with cake mix? Would you like to correct this and say drained? It is so very good and moist. 10/3/12 Thanks
marionboone 319892 7
Aug 14, 2012
Thanks Dee L B, but I live in the U.K. And have yet to find it. Is there a substitute you know of ?
dmak7
Aug 14, 2012
What if we left the MAYO out?????? Trying to eat a little healthier, could yogurt be substituted. I am a retired male who never made cakes until I reached 65.
juliebenulie
Aug 14, 2012
They're using mayo instead of veg. oil. I wouldn't use yougurt. Try one of the mayos made with olive oil. Mayo will make the cake super moist and you won't be able to taste it. It might be healthier to use real whipped cream instead of that fake stuff (Cool Whip).
juliebenulie
Aug 14, 2012
I forgot that you can sub unsweetened applesauce for oil, so you should be able to use that instead of mayo.
S48tal 8171427
Feb 18, 2012
Comment to 'kittenzkatz'......... normally cakes call for eggs; egg is in 'Hellmann's mayo.' Not sure how your cake will come out with (sour cream). You can not taste the 'Hellmanns Mayonnaise' brand in cake recipes. Hope it works out good for you. Sherry
kittenzkatz2010 66 22076
Feb 18, 2012
This cake sounds great...except for using mayonnaise. I am making it with sour cream.
wernerflo67 975307 9
Feb 15, 2012
My boyfriend hates mandarin oranges so I used a 20 ounce can of pineapple and used the overage of pineapple in the cake. The whipped topping/pudding frosting is amazing. Mr. Food, you never let me down!
ladyoflight46 8714 884
Feb 02, 2012
I would love to make this yummy sounding cake, however, where I live I am unable to buy instant pudding. I have found many recipes that use instant pudding but cannot try them for this reason. Anyone have a substitute or suggestion? Thanks.
kittenzkatz2010 66 22076
Feb 18, 2012
You should be able to find instant pudding anywhere. Try drug stores like Walgreens, Rite Aid, or Walmart. Dollars stores will have it too.
nudles23 8354584
Feb 02, 2012
Any suggestions for an ingredient to sub for the mayo? I really don't like mayo, or any condiment for that matter, and I'm always looking for something to sub for it in various recipes.
jackie2830
Feb 02, 2012
You can actually taste a half cup of mayo with all those other ingredients??? Hmmmmmm. Well, it looks like the may takes the place of a fat so I'd try maybe a half stick of butter softened. Good luck!
SASSYANGIE
Feb 01, 2012
My grandmother used to make a similar version also. It didn't have mayo in it and I love her name of the cake much better. She called it "Sunshine Cake".
baychel3 8694548
Feb 01, 2012
I've made a similar version of this cake, but added toasted coconut to the topping. It's wonderful!
sstoehr1950
Feb 01, 2012
One can of pineapple for the recipe. The juice goes in the cake and the solid pineapple goes into the frosting.
sstoehr1950
Feb 01, 2012
I have this recipe and it's called Mandarin Orange Cake. I love making it during the summer. I such a refreshing dessert on a hot day.
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