Yum Yum Cake is a mouthwatering dessert that combines the flavors of yellow cake mix, pineapple, coconut, and creamy frosting. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pineapple with juice, sugar, and coconut. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until creamy.
- Once the cake is done, let it cool completely before spreading the frosting evenly over the top.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Yum Yum Cake is also known as Pineapple Sunshine Cake.
This cake is great for potlucks and parties, as it feeds a crowd and is easy to transport.
You can customize this recipe by adding chopped nuts or maraschino cherries to the batter.