Indulge in the classic flavors of Watergate cake with this delicious recipe. This moist and flavorful cake is made with a mix of pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, and pecans. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Gather your ingredients and get ready to bake this irresistible treat in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 small box pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, with juice
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
- For the frosting:
- 1 box instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pistachio pudding mix, crushed pineapple with juice, chopped pecans, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pistachio pudding mix and milk until thickened.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
- Fold in the whipped topping and the thickened pudding mixture until smooth.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
- Garnish with chopped pecans.
- Slice and serve. Enjoy the deliciousness of Watergate cake!
