Description
Hawaiian Wedding Cake is a tropical treat that combines the sweet flavors of coconut, pineapple, and macadamia nuts in a soft and moist cake, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for weddings, parties, or special occasions, this easy-to-make cake transports your taste buds to paradise.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 box yellow cake mix
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts (optional)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions
For the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, shredded coconut, drained crushed pineapple, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
- If using macadamia nuts, fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and beat until fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract, then add milk until you reach the desired consistency.
Assembling the Cake:
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one layer on a serving platter.
- Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
- Garnish with extra shredded coconut or macadamia nuts, if desired.
Notes
For a tropical twist, top with fresh fruit like mango or papaya.
Substitute the frosting with whipped cream or lighter buttercream for a fluffier texture.
Skip the macadamia nuts or replace them with other nuts, like toasted almonds or walnuts, for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 10 minutes (in pans), plus additional time to cool completely
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Cake, Dessert, Tropical
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
