Follow these steps for perfect results
White Cake Mix
Instant Coconut Cream Pudding Mix
Eggs
Water
Rum
Oil
Crushed Pineapple
drained
Instant Vanilla Flavor Pudding and Pie Filling
Rum
Cool Whip
Flaked Coconut
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, coconut cream pudding mix, eggs, water, rum, and oil.
Beat the mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed for 4 minutes until well combined.
Grease two 9-inch layer pans.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely.
To make the frosting, combine the drained crushed pineapple, vanilla flavor pudding and pie filling, and rum in a bowl.
Beat until well blended.
Fold in the Cool Whip.
Frost the cooled cake layers with the pineapple-vanilla frosting.
Sprinkle flaked coconut on top of the frosted cake.
Expert advice for the best results
Toast the coconut for enhanced flavor.
Chill the cake before serving for easier slicing.
Garnish with maraschino cherries for a classic Pina Colada look.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day in advance.
Serve sliced, garnished with a pineapple wedge.
Serve chilled.
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Classic pairing
Sweet and fruity wine
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Celebratory dessert often associated with tropical vacations
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