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This delicious dessert refreshes all year round. With several store-bought ingredients, it’s a snap to prepare any time. –Sandra Etelamaki of Ishpeming, Michigan
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Nutritional Facts 1 piece equals 180 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 22 mg cholesterol, 313 mg sodium, 31 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
Originally published as Pineapple Poke Cake in Light & Tasty October/November 2006, p17
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Reviewed on May. 26, 2012 by Vicks6
After reading all the reviews, I made this cake but I used a pineapple cake mix, and I doubled the amount of pineapple and brown sugar. Next time I won't boil off as much of the pineapple juice. It is a very refreshing cake. I would make this again.
Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2011 by tchr90
I have made this several times for family gatherings and everyone loves it! My sister-in-law even asked for the recipe. We all thought it was perfect the way it is!
Reviewed on Mar. 04, 2011 by Netizen
Boxed mixes and frozen whipped toppings, including Cool Whip Free (look at the ingredients for partially hydrogenated oils) have TRANS FATS and they are NOT healthy!
Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2011 by oteri
Wouldn't this be yummy, too, with carrot cake? mmmmmm . . .
Reviewed on Oct. 04, 2010 by imjstagrl0814
I do not like pineapple, however this cake is delicious! If you are a big pineapple fan, I would suggest doubling the pineapple and brown sugar. That way you are sure to get pineapple in every bite! Will definitely make again.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2010 by nisey1000
I made this cake for out of town company, They all loved it and couldn't get enough. There weren't any left overs.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2010 by DonnaLadley
I made this for work and everyone went back for seconds. I will make it again.
Reviewed on Jun. 02, 2010 by lanacoates@verizon.net
Everyone loved this recipe! I doubled the pineapple and brown sugar topping, and I used regular pudding (3 oz size) and regular topping, since none of us like the sugar free versions. It was a hit and a "keeper".
Reviewed on May. 24, 2010 by ruppie
very yummy dessert....the whole family loved it....I did use a pineapple cake mix and also doubled the pinapple using tidbits instead of crushed. really gave it an awesome pinapple flavor.
Reviewed on May. 24, 2010 by janicespearson
My husband too is a diabetic,so I adjusted the receipe with reduced sugar cake mix,sugar free pudding & whipped topping although I did not use the brown sugar substitute. I thought it was great, he thought it should have more pineapple. But the good thing is his blood suger did not zoom this morning. So I will definatly make it again.
Reviewed on May. 24, 2010 by gmalou
My Mother made this type of cake when I was young and it brings back all thise wonderful memories! Being a diabetic now, I will use the Splenda and sugar free cool whip! I always adjust recipes to my liking.
Reviewed on May. 23, 2010 by Bikelama04
The name pineapple should not be in the tittle. It is just a yellow cake with an occasional tiny fleck of pineapple in every 4th bite. Will not make it again.
Reviewed on May. 22, 2010 by chelgason62
this recipe was a big hit at a church dinner! I do agree with others that more pineapple should be added to the recipe. Overall, I'd make it again for a special occasion.
Reviewed on May. 21, 2010 by Sandflea63
I would make it again but I would use pineapple juice instead of water. I felt it needed a little more flavor.
Reviewed on May. 21, 2010 by jdab
I made this cake for treat day at my school. Everyone loved it. A nice light and refreshing cake. Will definitely make it again.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by cookiewoMAN
I thought it was very good but I agree with others that it might need more pineapple.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by kay riess
I took this to my girls lunch out and they enjoyed it to ne end. One girl is going to make it for coffee with her minaster. kay
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by neilsens
This is delicious! Made it for a quilt guild meeting and everyone loved it. As others have said, I too would add more pineapple. Simple and easy recipe - the best kind!
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by xmasbaker
I agree with everyone else about the pineapple. Also the cake didn't really soak up the pineapple juices because they were cooked off a lot. When I make it again I will not cook off the pineapple as much so the juices soak down into the cake more, or I will buy a pineapple flavored cake mix.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by Casaletto
Delicious. I, too, would add a little more pineapple to the topping. I used Splenda brown sugar. Whole thing disappeared quickly. A keeper.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by grandmah11
I made this cake for a church fellowship, and it was well received. It did take longer to bake than the directions. It is a delicious, moist cake I will definitely make again!
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by maryll56
The cake did not bake with the required time so I had to add minutes for baking; therefore the cake was a bit dry and heavy. Also the pineapple did not seem to be enough for the top of the cake.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by jerryostandeford
The cake is very good, but I would use more pineapple and Splenda brown sugar.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by judypate
Kathy asked about egg substitue I just used 2 egg whites and did great. that was besides the eggs called for A great cake YUMMY.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by soupyfaun
I used splenda brown sugar instead of regular. The cake was very good. I think next time I will make a double batch of frosting.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by ibruby
I would add a bit more pineapple and did add some orange liquer to the Cool Whip & topped w/crushed pecans. Cool Whip is kinda un-tastey so often add Creme de Menthe or something to 'spruce' up the taste.
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by Rangersmine
Delicious!!
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by Holadancey
This was delicious! I forgot to buy the yellow cake mix when I shopped, but had a spice cake on hand and used that instead! It was the most refreshing and delicious cake! I will use a bit more pineapple the next time I make it, but not too much. Overall, this is an excellent recipe! Thanks!
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by agdavis
This cake is very moist and delicious!
Reviewed on May. 20, 2010 by kathymak
I would like to know what could be used instead of egg substitute.
Reviewed on May. 17, 2010 by judypate
this is really good and moist. BUT I would use more pineapple next time I make it. The 8-oz size is not enough pineapple flavor.
Reviewed on May. 15, 2010 by srweezy
Made it for the family and all my boys loved it. Next time I will use more pineapple though.
Reviewed on May. 13, 2010 by Franny203
Easy recipe ..Taste Grrrrrrreat will make again & again !
Reviewed on May. 13, 2010 by tkarinas
Pineapple poke cake is simple and easy to make and tastes so good, it's a keeper for sure. It'll go in my recipe box as we want to make it any time we can.
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