Description
This Tropical Pistachio Bliss Cake is a light and fluffy angel food cake infused with tropical crushed pineapple and pistachio pudding, topped with a creamy pistachio whipped topping and garnished with crunchy chopped pistachios. Perfectly moist and flavorful, this cake combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the nutty richness of pistachios for a delightful dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box (3.4 oz) pistachio instant pudding mix
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, juice included
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 box angel food cake mix
Frosting Ingredients
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 box (3.4 oz) pistachio instant pudding mix
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- Chopped pistachios to sprinkle on top
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and spray or grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Combine Cake Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the dry angel food cake mix, one box of pistachio instant pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and the entire can of crushed pineapple including the juice.
- Mix the Batter: Using a whisk or electric mixer, blend all the ingredients until the batter is smooth, silky, and free of lumps.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, beat the second box of pistachio instant pudding mix with 2/3 cup of cold whole milk until it begins to thicken.
- Complete Frosting: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the thickened pudding mixture until well combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a fluffy texture.
- Frost and Chill: Spread the prepared frosting evenly over the cooled cake, cover loosely, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the frosting to set.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios generously over the top for an added crunch and decorative touch.
Notes
- To ensure the best texture, make sure the cake is completely cooled before frosting to prevent the topping from melting.
- Use a wire rack for cooling to allow air circulation and avoid soggy bottoms.
- You can substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
- Chilling the cake for longer than 2 hours enhances the flavors and texture.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for optimal freshness.