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Pineapple Layer Cake Recipe

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"I often prepare this moist golden cake at Easter, but it's wonderful just about any time of year," relates Linda Sakal of Biloxi, Mississippi. Pineapple frosting provides the fast finishing touch.

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Pineapple Layer Cake Recipe

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min. + cooling

Yield: 12 Servings

15 25 40

Ingredients

1 package (18-1/4 ounces) yellow cake mix
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 package (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Directions

Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Beat in oranges until blended. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans.
Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
Combine pineapple and dry pudding mix; fold in whipped topping. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 12 servings.

Originally published as Pineapple Layer Cake in Quick Cooking May/June 2000, p48

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Reviewed on Jan. 16, 2012 by SMOKEY6168

I love this for pineapple delicious amazing wow

Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2011 by LadySullen

This cake is scrumptious!! It's very light with just the right moistness, and so easy to put together. The whipped topping is perfect--not too sweet. With Double Vanilla ice cream on the side, over-the-top yummy! It would be perfect for a bridal or baby shower or an elegant luncheon.

Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2011 by queenrenee

Also taste wonderful with Devils food cake!!!! yummy!

Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2011 by queenrenee

I make this cake as a sheet cake for birthdays at work. It has had great reviews to the point my coworkers are asking each other who's birthday is next.

Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2011 by mlworden

I used a can of mandarin oranges in juice. I used the juice instead of the water called for in the cake mix directions. I did have to use a little water because it wasn't quite enough juice. My family really enjoyed the cake.

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2010 by JoyceRAZ

I make this cake for a potluck and everyone loved it. Will make it again and again.

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2010 by ksparkles

This is the best cake and everyone loves it. Whenever I give it away, they ask for the recipe. Thanks :-)

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2010 by Lillian Marchant

A very dear friend gave me this recipe years ago and I have made it many times. Very popular, easy to make and the compliments keep coming. A great pot luck dessert.

Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2010 by talleysd

I make this one every Easter now.