Description
Hawaiian pineapple upside-down cake delights dessert enthusiasts with classic tropical flavors. Rich caramelized fruit crowns a tender golden cake that promises sweet satisfaction for home bakers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla flavor instant pudding
- 1 20-oz can crushed pineapple in juice (not drained)
- 1 cup (240 ml) thawed whipped topping
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, vigorously blend the crushed pineapple and its natural liquid with the vanilla pudding powder, whisking until a smooth, uniform texture emerges.
- Gently fold the softened whipped topping into the pineapple mixture, creating a delicate, airy consistency while ensuring complete ingredient integration.
- Transfer the creamy concoction into a serving dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Refrigerate the dessert for 60 minutes at 40°F, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to set into a cool, refreshing treat.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with a sprinkle of toasted coconut or a mint leaf for an elegant presentation that enhances the tropical essence of the dessert.
Notes
- Make sure to use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better incorporation of flavors.
- Opt for sugar-free pudding mix and low-fat whipped topping to create a lighter, diet-friendly version of the dessert.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like toasted coconut flakes, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to add extra texture and flavor complexity.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute the whipped topping with coconut whipped cream or a vegan whipped topping option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg