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Pineapple juice cake topped with syrup and pineapple slices on a wooden board.
Chef Emilia

Pineapple Juice Cake

This moist and golden pineapple juice cake delivers bright tropical flavor with every bite. The rich pineapple glaze soaks into the warm cake, creating an ultra-tender texture that’s perfect for gatherings, birthdays, or a simple sweet treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow or butter cake mix (15.25 ounces, Pillsbury recommended)
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 3/4 cup pineapple juice (for glaze)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)

Equipment

  • 10 to 12-cup Bundt pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • saucepan
  • toothpick or skewer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F. Grease and flour a 10 to 12-cup Bundt pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pineapple juice, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and tap to remove air bubbles.
  4. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. While the cake bakes, combine pineapple juice, powdered sugar, and butter in a small saucepan. Heat on low, stirring until smooth and melted.
  6. Remove the cake from oven and poke holes in the warm cake using a skewer or toothpick.
  7. Slowly pour the warm glaze over the cake while still in the pan. Let sit for 15–20 minutes to absorb.
  8. Invert the cake onto a plate and let cool completely before serving.

Notes

Use unsweetened pineapple juice for the best flavor. Try folding in crushed pineapple for added texture, or swap a bit of juice in the glaze with dark rum for a grown-up twist. Cake is even better the next day after the glaze settles in. Store at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate up to a week.