Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.5 unit

Butter recipe cake mix

0.25 cup

Light rum

6 unit

Instant vanilla pudding

1.5 cup

Water

4 unit

Eggs

0.25 cup

Canola oil

6 unit

Crushed pineapple in juice

4 unit

Instant vanilla pudding

0.25 cup

Light rum

2 unit

Whipping cream

whipped

1 unit

Coconut

toasted

Step 1
~16 min

Preheat oven according to cake mix box directions.

Step 2
~16 min

Grease and flour three 8 or 9 inch cake pans.

Step 3
~16 min

Combine cake mix, rum, vanilla pudding, water, eggs, and oil in a large bowl.

Step 4
~16 min

Mix until well combined.

Step 5
~16 min

Divide batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.

Step 6
~16 min

Bake according to box directions.

Step 7
~16 min

Let cakes cool on wire racks.

Step 8
~16 min

While cakes are baking, soak crushed pineapple in rum for 30 minutes.

Step 9
~16 min

Mix the pineapple-rum mixture with vanilla pudding and let sit until gelled.

Step 10
~16 min

Whip heavy whipping cream until firm, being careful not to over-whip into butter.

Key Technique: Whipping
Step 11
~16 min

Gently fold the pudding mixture into the whipped cream.

Step 12
~16 min

Toast coconut in oven until lightly browned.

Step 13
~16 min

Alternate layers of cake with thick layers of whipped cream frosting.

Step 14
~16 min

Garnish with toasted coconut.

Step 15
~16 min

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting.

Chill the metal mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for best results.

Do not over-whip the cream to avoid butter formation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled

Pairs well with coffee or tea

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh pineapple
Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Popular at weddings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Birthdays
Anniversaries

Occasion Tags

Wedding
Birthday
Anniversary

Popularity Score

75/100

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