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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Pineapple Coconut Icebox Cake


I made this dessert last week while I had house guests visiting.  It is the perfect dessert for these hot summer days.  It is cool and luscious and not too sweet. I hope you all give it a try. ~ Diane

Pineapple Coconut Icebox Cake
 
Ingredients for Cake:
1 box white or yellow cake mix
1 large can (20oz.) of crushed pineapple including the juice
2 whole eggs

Cake directions:
In a large bowl whisk the eggs until frothy, add the cake mix and the crushed pineapple
including the juice.  Mix well to combine. Pour into a greased 9x13 Pyrex baking dish.
Bake according to cake mix directions on the box. Let cool to room temperature.

Ingredients for the Topping:
16 oz container of whipped topping
1/2 cup milk
3.5 oz package of instant vanilla pudding
2 1/2 cups shredded coconut

Topping directions:
In a large bowl mix the pudding and the milk together.  Fold the whipped topping
into the pudding mixture.  Spread on top of the cake. 
Sprinkle the coconut over the top. 

Cake needs to be kept in the refrigerator for best results.


17 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing the recipe, it looks delish! And thanks for the visit to Perfectly Printed! I'm your newest follower!

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  2. I am drooling... ;-) this looks so yummy, it is almost sinful.

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  3. Yummy! I shall definitely try. :) My better half and i will both love!

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  4. Yum! I love new recipes (especially easy ones) This looks delicious!
    TY very Much!
    Loving your music... :) Makes me HaPpY!

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  5. This looks so luscious! Have to try it next time I have friends over or I am invited over someplace. Nice and easy and delish! xo

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  6. As someone who has a sweet tooth the size of some small countries, I am definitely wanting this!! :)

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  7. Yummy! This looks delicious. I really like the ingredients in it. Thanks for sharing it!

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  8. That looks soooo gooood! I love coconut!

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  9. Dear Diane - this looks absolutely wonderful. May have to make this with a gluten free cake so hubby can eat it. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day and stay cool.

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  10. As I look at this I wonder, why am I a vegan again? NOM!

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  11. This looks fabulous! If only my husband liked coconut. Enjoy your weekend.

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  12. Totally yummy! Thanks for the recipe ;o)

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  13. I cannot tell you how much I need this for breakfast right now. ;-)
    -Jamie
    ChatterBlossom

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  14. Really liked your cake. I always like to have something sweet after my meals. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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