Delicious Watergate Cake Recipe

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

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. 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.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
5. While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the instant pistachio pudding mix and milk until thickened.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and beat until well combined.
7. Fold in the whipped topping and the thickened pudding mixture until smooth.
8. Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top.
9. Garnish with chopped pecans.
10. Slice and serve. Enjoy the deliciousness of Watergate cake!

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