Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake
Indulge in the tropical delight of Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake—a moist and flavorful dessert that will transport you to a sun-kissed beach with every bite. This cake is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or just a sweet treat to brighten your day. The unique combination of crushed pineapple and rich coconut-pecan icing creates a mouthwatering experience that your friends and family will adore. Easy to make, this cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that fits any occasion beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, with juices
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix crushed pineapple, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar until well blended.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt; stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the icing: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, butter, and sugar until melted. Stir in coconut, pecans, vanilla extract, and salt; cook until thickened (5–7 minutes).
- Pour icing over the warm cake once baked. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg