Million Dollar Cake is a decadent and rich dessert that’s sure to impress your guests. It’s a moist and fluffy yellow cake layered with a creamy pineapple filling and topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut. Here’s a recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box, such as eggs, oil, and water)
For the Pineapple Filling:
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Instructions:
- Bake the Cake:
- Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix box.
- Prepare the cake batter according to the package instructions.
- Pour the batter into two greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.
- Bake the cakes according to the package instructions, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely on wire racks.
- Make the Pineapple Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the drained crushed pineapple, granulated sugar, and cornstarch.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Let the pineapple filling cool to room temperature.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes and pineapple filling are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving platter.
- Spread the cooled pineapple filling evenly over the top of the first cake layer.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the filling.
- Make the Whipped Cream Topping:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Frost the Cake:
- Spread the whipped cream topping over the top and sides of the assembled cake.
- Sprinkle the toasted coconut evenly over the top of the whipped cream.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the Million Dollar Cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Slice and serve the cake chilled, and enjoy the rich and indulgent flavors!
This Million Dollar Cake is perfect for special occasions or anytime you want to treat yourself to a luxurious dessert. The combination of moist cake, creamy pineapple filling, fluffy whipped cream, and toasted coconut is truly irresistible. Enjoy!