Experience the vibrant flavors of tropical fruits with this Chilled Pineapple Cake, a delightful dessert layered with creamy textures and bright fruit notes. Combining ready-made vanilla cake with lush pineapple, cherries, and assorted fruits, this no-bake recipe is perfect for a refreshing finish to any meal.
Why You’ll Love This: This pineapple cake is effortlessly elegant, featuring layers of juicy pineapple, maraschino cherries, and a rich cream mixture. It's incredibly easy to prepare and requires no baking, making it ideal for warm weather when you crave something sweet without the heat of an oven.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for summer gatherings, pool parties, or as a festive dessert during the holiday season. It's also perfect for those occasions when you want to impress guests with something that looks and tastes exotic yet involves minimal preparation.
Decoration Tips: For a stunning presentation, garnish the top of the cake with additional pineapple slices, a few whole cherries, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes or nuts for added texture. Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of pineapple sauce for extra flair.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of pineapple (approx. 500 grams)
- 7 maraschino cherries
- 300 grams ready-made vanilla cake
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1 can mixed fruit (227 grams)
For the Cream:
- 2/3 cup whipping cream
- 1 package cream cheese (200 grams)
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 packets of whipped topping mix
Instructions:
- Line a bowl with plastic wrap. Arrange the pineapple pieces and cherries at the bottom.
- Whisk the whipping cream, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and whipped topping mix with an electric mixer until it becomes a thick cream.
- Spread a layer of the cream over the pineapple and cherries.
- Add a layer of sliced vanilla cake and moisten it with pineapple juice.
- Add another layer of cream and sprinkle with mixed fruit.
- Finish with a final layer of cream and cover with the remaining cake slices.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 8 hours or overnight to set completely before serving.
Enjoy this Chilled Pineapple Cake as a light and refreshing treat that captures the essence of tropical indulgence, perfect for any occasion!