One of the comments that I got was from Cheryl Griffis. She asked if I had ever swapped the orange juice out for pineapple juice. “GENIUS,” I thought. So I got in the kitchen and set out to do just that.
I made a few tweaks to capitalize on all that delicious pineapple flavor and boy did it turn out amazing!! I think this one might even edge out the orange juice version, but I’ve always been a huge pineapple fan.
The super moist cake is infused with pineapple flavor in the batter and the butter-pineapple glaze that it gets soaked in amps that pineapple flavor up even more!
Pineapple Juice Cake
Servings: 8 to 10
Ingredients
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box yellow or butter cake mix* (I prefer Betty Crocker or Pillsbury - See my note below)
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice
- 4 large eggs
For the glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease and flour a 10 to 12-cup Bundt pan.
- Use an electric mixer to combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, pineapple juice, and eggs in a large bowl. Beat about 2 minutes. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake is just starting to pull away from the sides. Allow the cake to start to cool in the pan while you make the glaze.
- In a small sauce pan, combine the powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and butter. Cook over medium-low heat until the butter has melted, stirring frequently.
- Use a skewer or toothpick to poke holes in the cake. Pour the warm glaze over the cake while it is still in the cake pan. It's going to seem like a lot of glaze, but just keep pouring. Allow to cool for 15 to 20 more minutes, or until the cake is cool and most of the glaze has been absorbed, then invert the cake onto a serving platter.
Notes
*After some reports from readers and lots of testing, I've found that Duncan Hines cake mixes often do not work with this recipe. I prefer to use Betty Crocker or Pillsbury.
This makes for an incredibly moist cake. If you feel like that might not be your thing, feel free to use less of the glaze.
Making This Recipe?Tag me on Instagram: @SouthernBite using the hashtag #SouthernBite, so I can see how it turned out!
I added this recipe to Weekend Potluck!
Kay says
No pudding in this one?
Stacey says
Not on this one. I think it covers up the pineapple flavor.
Chyrl Brown says
Stacey I just stumbled across your recipe on Facebook and I’m definitely hooked. I will making this Pineapple cake for our son’s birthday next month. I’m sure it would make good cupcakes for the kiddos too. Thanks for sharing.
Stacey says
I hope it turns out GREAT for you!!
Mitzi says
I love this cake! It is so so moist.. Making it for a friend for her birthday, as I’m typing this.
Stacey says
Awesome! What a sweet friend you are! Tell them we all said, “Happy Birthday!” So glad you’ve enjoyed this one!
Maria Agustin says
Do u use sweetened pineapple juice or unsweetened?
Stacey says
All of the pineapple juice I have right now just says pineapple juice – not sweetened or unsweetened. That said, none of them list sugar as an ingredient, os I would assume it is unsweetened. Honestly, I’m not sure I’ve ever seen pineapple juice that said that one way or another.
Charlene Mcpeek says
Do you have a homemade cake recipe that would work with this? I don’t do box mixes anymore. Thanks
Stacey says
Unfortunately, I don’t have one.
Vanessa Diamond says
Turned out GREAT! I made two for the summer.
Dianne Janfruchte says
I use the Williams Sonoma kids cake recipe. It’s a yellow cake. When mixing you alternate the cream and flour; I have substituted coconut milk, regular milk and have even made it with gluten free flour and it always turns out amazing. I have made it for years for my kids and everyone’s bday!
Tracie says
Is there a reason you use unsalted butter instead of salted?
Stacey says
For me, unsalted butter is the only way to control the salt content as many brands have varying amounts of salt in their salted butter. That said, salted will work.
Audrey says
We ‘vs done this with the pineapple juice before for the pineapple upside down bundt cake.
Stacey says
Yum!!
Jeffrey Grubb says
Could you add pecans before you put in the batter? Also wonder if they’re is a way to put like diced pieces a pineapple throughout the cake as well?
MJ Sailer says
I’ve done this but used crushed pineapple.
Veronica says
Just tasted like a bunch of sugar. I even put iin crushed pineapples.. No pineapple flavor. Did I do something wrong?
Even the glaze tasted like sugar with no pineapple flavor. It was very moist. I foing to use it ina punchbowl cake.
Stacey says
It’s hard to say if you did anything wrong as I couldn’t be in the kitchen with you. I’m worried that you might have used a pineapple juice that had added sugar. Turning it into a punchbowl cake sounds like a great idea!
Tracy says
I made tuis today, used a Duncan Hines cake mix, added a small box of vanilla pudding and it turned out excellent. My only was I used cooking spray and flour a little too heavy. I also made the mistake of cutting a slice before breakfast and OMGOODNESS. I didn’t want to share it 😁. Very good cake. Thank you.
Stacey says
So glad you enjoyed it, Tracy!!
Jennifer Vaught says
Betty Crocker also makes a Supreme Pineapple Cake mix that’s awesome. I used it for my last Pineapple Upside down Cake…..
Stacey says
I’ve seen that a few times, but it’s often hard to find. I’m sure ti would make this one even more delicious!
Judith Levak says
Definitely a keeper! I made this cake three times this week alone for different functions. It was EASY and a huge hit every time! I served with the shredded pineapple and soft serve ice cream on top. Incredible and big hit with everybody. Everyone wanted recipe. I used Duncan Hines yellow for one and it turned out perfect also..just saying.
Thank you 😊
Stacey says
So glad you (and everyone else!) enjoyed it, Judith! Seems like more trouble happens with the butter mix.
Stacy says
This was AWESOME!! It was soooo moist. My son is not a pineapple loved, but he loved it!! Making it again tomorrow!
Stacey says
Thank you, Stacy! I’m so glad y’all enjoyed it!!
Riley says
How many holes should you poke and how far apart?
Stacey says
Lots – I usually poke them an inch or two apart.
Brenda says
I cannot wait to try this as it sounds wonderful so off to the store I go..
Stacey says
Enjoy!!
Tatiana says
Do you need to use a Bundt pan or can you use any kind of pan?
Marsha Rogers says
I use to make this cake years ago with apricot nectar. It’s moist and delicious too, if you like apricots. My husband likes pineapples. I’ll treat him to one for Fathers day. Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Stacey says
Sounds like a great idea! Sure hope he enjoys it!
Barbara says
Just wondering if you’ve tried with a mix of pineapple and orange juice? Also, i don’t have skewers or toothpicks but would popsicle sticks work? How deep do you poke holes?
Stacey says
I’ve not tried it with a blend of both but I think that sounds amazing! When it comes to the other, you could use a popsicle stick, you’d just need fewer holes – since they will be bigger. The goal is to just break through the surface to allow the soak to get down into the cake.
Dana says
In a pinch, I’ve used a thin spaghetti noodle for poking holes or testing for doneness of cakes.
Stacey says
What a great idea! Thanks for the tip!
Julie says
I would be leary that a spaghetti noodle would break off in the cake when making 30 holes in it. Then what do you do? Creative though. A meat thermometer, carving fork, corn on the cob handles, paring knife . . . it’s easier to find then you think when you are digging through your kitchen drawers.
Judy johnson says
I came across your recipe and tried it. My husband was in heaven. He loves this cake. Pineapple is his favorite fruit. So I thank you and my husband really thanks you. I’m so happy I found your recipe.
Stacey says
Wonderful, Judy! I’m so glad your husband enjoyed it!!
Debra Caraballo says
I really don’t like pineapple in chunks, slices, or crushed even,but have always loved pineapple juice! (Maybe it’s a texture thing?) Anyway, this cake sounds out of this world! I definitely must try it….thanks for sharing!
Stacey says
This is perfect for you, then! I sure hope you’ll enjoy it!!
Rosie says
Can this be made in a different size pan?
Stacey says
I’ve only ever made it in a Bundt pan, but as with most cake mix cakes, it will fit into a 9×13 without any problem. Hope you’ll enjoy it!
Beth says
I used two loaf pans and it worked well. Wondering about making half the recipe next time (1 loaf) or if the cake would freeze well. Has anyone tried freezing it?
Stacey says
I think it should freeze fine, but I’ve not tried it myself. Maybe someone else can chime in and help out.
Beth says
I did freeze the loaf and it worked great! Wrapped it in saran wrap and placed it in a ziplock bag.
Stacey says
Awesome! Thanks for letting me know!
Tami Hawkins says
Is the cook time longer doing it in loaf pans?
Mary says
You can bake in a tube pan large enough to hold batter. That’s what I have used for years . I have also used Lemon Jello when I made the lemon version and was out of the instant pudding. This cake has always brought rave reviews. Do they make Pineapple Jello?
Anne-marie K Milbourn says
Yes they make pineapple jello.
Marissa Bullock says
I made this cake and it is absolutely delicious!! I am going to try the Orange One now. I can’t wait!!!!
Stacey says
So glad it turned out great for you!!
Stacey says
🙂
Linda M. Carpenter says
Yes I buy pineapple Jello all the time. Try Walmart or most any large grocery chain.
Michelle says
I always buy my pineapple Jello at Walmart. I’ve only found the small box. I don’t know whether it’s packaged in the 6-ounce size box.
Vickie Woodby says
Hi this recipe sounds delicious. I have made Lemon bundt cakes like this. I’m just curious if I could add a little bit of vanilla extract or extract to it? No I never have added vanilla to my lemon cake. Thanks
Stacey says
You could. It’s totally up to you.
Peggy says
We’ve made the lemon cake with lemon jello for years. A real favorite around here. Just took this pineapple cake out of the oven for a picnic today and just now noticed the don’t use Duncan Hines😩 I did. My favorite brand. We shall see how it turns out…
Rachael says
Wow, maybe put the note about not using Duncan and Hines on top?! It’s 5am and I just got done making this for a birthday tomorrow….today. Can’t change it now. That is *very important* to know when looking at the ingrediant list. 😣
Stacey says
So sorry you had trouble! I’ve added notes, asterisks, and more. I thought that would be enough.
Comiksitran says
Who makes a new recipe for the very first time without reading through the entire recipe first ?? Common sense.
Pearl DeLaPena says
Hi Stacey I made the pineapple juice cake and it came out just like the picture in your site. It tastes so good i could have eaten the whole thing all by my self.
Thank you for the delicious simple recipes you provide. I also made the corn bread pudding and that to was fantastic. I am building a recipe box with all your recipes.
Thanks
Mrs Pearl
Stacey says
Thanks, Mrs.Pearl! So glad you’ve found several things you like! Hope you find lots more!
Anne-marie K Milbourn says
Do you use sweetened or unsweetened pineapple juice?
Stacey says
I used Dole 100% pineapple juice.
Jackie Torbert says
I used crushed…..pressed juice out…hard….just right amount juice for cake and glaze….used 1/2 crushed pineapple in cake…other in glazePERFECT,
Stacey says
Thanks for letting us know what worked for you! So glad you enjoyed it!!
Zhou Yang says
Juiced a whole pineapple
Used 1 cup of melted butter instead of 3/4 cup oil
Molly Crosby says
Can I use 1/2 the powdered sugar to make it less sweet?
Stacey says
I don’t see why not.
Renee says
To the person who used the can of crushed pineapple. What size can did you use. I want to try with pineapple in the cake.
Regine says
Very good. But I did some modifications just because I had a can of crushed pineapple (14 oz I think).
I used the crushed pineapple in the batter, and for the sauce I poked half into the cake (after it was baked and still in pan) and used the other half as a glaze (after cake was unmolded).
Stacey says
Sounds great! So glad you enjoyed it!
Heather says
I wondered how apple juice would taste instead
Suzanne says
I was thinking the same thing…possibly apple cider!
Beverly says
I just thought I should tell you, Stacey, that I blame my inability to lose weight on you! Every time I think I might be able to make the numbers on my scale go down, you showcase an absolutely yummy dessert and my (almost non-existent) will power disappears! 🙂 Seriously, this sounds sooo good! I think I need to make it and take it to some kind of social gathering so I don’t eat it all!
Stacey says
Ha! I’m so sorry to be such a bad influence! 🙂
Michelle Woods says
Beverly and Stacey… you two cracked me up with your comments! Beverly, my willpower is totally nonexistent too 😬 I don’t live to eat, I simply enjoy food 😋 IMO, it’s not an addiction… if I had to be kept alive by some other means, then I guess I would adjust in time. So while I’m on this 🌎 I continue to enjoy the foods that heighten my tastebuds and make me rub my tummy with delight!
Michelle
Stacey says
I couldn’t agree more, Michelle! 🙂
Ivey Brown says
I made the pineapple cake and was kind of dissapointed because i wanted more pineapple flavoring. And my cake didnt absorb all the glaze. When i make again i will double the recipe and maybe it will take all the glaze. Overall i give it a 8.
Loretta Greene says
I think if you made it in a sheet pan it would be good with a cool whip icing. I might have to give it a try. My mother-in-law used to make the orange juice one.
Stacey says
Sounds great!!
Denise says
This is a keeper….and I’m baking one, soon.
Stacey says
Hope it turns out great for you!
Sandy Miller says
I did the Pineapple cake. It was Great. Tried the Orange Juice today & never again. It is awful &
I will not try it again
Stacey says
Why do you think you didn’t like the orange version?
Delorce says
I use Pineapple cake mix…it gives it even more pineapple flavor!
Stacey says
Great idea! I’ve not seen that around me lately.
Brenda Sears says
Read this recipe, made it using DH Butter Cake mix. Only adjustment was I baked it 40 minutes. Batter was very thin but baked well. Cake was very light and delicious.
Stacey says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nat Burrell says
How would you convert a scratch cake recipe to make this? Box cakes have way too many chemicals.
Stacey says
I wouldn’t recommend it.
Nat Burrell says
You wouldn’t recommend it because?
Stacey says
Most homemade cake mixes call for milk and require the dairy as part of the chemistry makeup. Replacing the milk with juice would cause a change in texture and possibly even lift. Most boxed cake mixes have some form of powdered dairy in them and therefore only call for water. Replacing the water with juice won’t affect the end product or texture.
Linda M. Carpenter says
Try adding powered mile to the dry ingredients first then add the juice. This is a very old bakers trick. It has always worked for me.
Stacey says
Thanks for the tip!
Nat Burrell says
I found a really good on on Epicurious. I’v e been making and apple cake for years that uses oil, also carrot cake. Can’t wait to try the epicurious home made version. Don’t like chemicals.
Nana says
Will a 20 ounce can of pineapple yield enough juice to make this or do I need to buy a can of pineapple juice?
Stacey says
Probably not. I just used a can of juice.
Nora says
I hadn’t read all the comments, and I bought a plastic jug of Libby’s unsweetened pineapple juice for the cake. I don’t like the canned kind because it always tastes like metal to me. Anyway, the cake turned out beautifully, but was extremely sweet.
Stacey says
I’m glad they cake turned out great for you, Nora!
diana morris says
i was looking for a way to sugar free this cake, it sounds delious but being diabetic, i have to SF everything. i already use Pillsbury SF yellow cake mix which is really good. did not now they made SF pinapple juice. i will look for it. i have found the 1/2 & 1/2 conf. sugar, which is also pretty good.
thanks.
diana
Bev M says
I just made this cake, I did not have pineapple juice so pulsed a can of chunks in own juice, it turned out great!
I made the orange cake a while ago and did not have enough confectioners sugar so halved the glaze, cake was delicious.
I think personally I prefer less glaze, but either way this is a wonderful recipe!
Thank you!
Stacey says
Awesome! I’m so glad it turned out great for you! Thanks for taking the time to come back and let me know.
Kathy Weaver says
I would like the orange cake recipe that was included. Thank you.
Stacey says
https://southernbite.com/orange-juice-cake/
SHIRLEY M ZAPF says
My church youth group has a big bake sale the day before Easter and I think this will be one of the cakes I take for it. Looks absolutely DELICIOUS!! When I make Pineapple Upside Cake I always use pineapple juice instead of the water called for in the recipe. This looks so much better than that. b I’ll have to find the one make with orange juice since I apparently missed it when it was posted. THANK YOU!!
tina says
i made this today when i turned the cake over it fell…..seems like a lot of sauce it is good but its more like a pudding … im gonna try again and use less than 3/4 cup of juice in the sauce …
Stacey says
If the cake fell like that, it probably wasn’t cooked through.
Stacey says
I’ve had quite a few comments about cakes falling or not rising enough. After doing some research, I came across lots of folks who are having trouble with Duncan Hines cakes mixes since a suspected formula change in 2017. I might suggest opting for another brand, just in case.
Stacey says
After much testing, I did confirm that the Duncan Hines cake mixes do not work with this recipe. However, I had great success with both Betty Crocker and Pillsbury mixes.
Pam says
I made this with Duncan Hines butter cake mix and it turned out Beautiful. Duncan Hines is my go too mix, thats what l always have on hand. I’d love to share a picture of my cake with you .
Stacey says
So glad it worked out for you!
Farrah says
Wondering if anyone knows if Aldi yellow cake works well. Or what it is about Duncan. Hines that makes it not work.
Stacey says
I’ve not tried the Aldi brand, so I can’t say for sure. And I’ve tested the Duncan Hines mix and dozen different ways and think it’s something about the amount of oil in the cake that makes it fall.
Ms.Mrs. says
Yes they do sell 🍍 pineapple jello i got it from Meijer.
Elizabeth Patrick says
I’ve done a similar thing with lemon cake mix and lemon glaze in a 9×13 pan. Always a family favorite.
Stacey says
Yum!
PK says
I am definitely going to make this! I liked the fact there is no pudding mix in it I try to use as few packaged ingredients as possible! I won’t do a recipe that has putting mix in it!
Whitney G says
Made this cake a few weeks ago & it was so good that my husband forbid me from making it again because he ate almost the whole cake 😜 Wonderful recipe!!!
Stacey says
Ha! So glad it was a hit!!
Reda says
Turned out perfect! I’m making another right now. Didn’t have pineapple juice so I used apple juice. We’ll see how it turns out.
Stacey says
Yum! So glad it turned out great for you!!
Cynthia Jonas says
I think when I make this, I will add coconut flavoring to it. I make pancakes with coconut flavoring in them and a slice of pineapple in the middle. They are wonderful.
Stacey says
Yum!
Mary says
I just made this cake and it is A-MAZING! It is so good that I don’t think I can trust myself to be alone with it—luckily I have two teenagers that will devour it before I can do too much damage! Thank you Stacey for another winner!
Stacey says
Ha! So glad it turned out great and that y’all enjoyed it!!
Casey says
Do you think you could use simply lemonade and make a lemon cake?
Stacey says
It’s probably worth a try.
Kim Wells says
Can I use margarine or will it mess up the cake?
Stacey says
I think it should work.
Carla West says
Making it today!
Stacey says
Hope you’ll enjoy it!
Angela T says
Stacy, a great recipe I baked it. It was so moist and it was devoured. Thanks so much!
Stacey says
Awesome! I’m so glad it turned out great for you!
Penney Stott Martin says
My niece made this for Easter dinner. It is yummy. has a very distinctive taste and “form.” Almost reminded me of cheese cake!
Stacey says
So glad you enjoyed it!!
Andrea says
Just made it….smells amazing and the crumbs taste awesome. But it did stick to the pan after cooling for 20 minutes and glipping it over. Ugh. I greased it very well. Next time maybe grease it even more???? Seemed cooked well enough with tan edges.
Stacey says
Maybe try flipping it a little sooner.
Mary says
Aiways use granulated sugar not flour when you grease the pan. Sprinkle with sugar, NO MORE STICKING!
Pamela J Glasgow says
Can you explain to this novice baker why the glaze is put on the bottom of the cake rather than drizzled on top to run down the sides?
Stacey says
This is really more of a soak than a glaze, but calling it a soak might confuse some folks.
Linda Hanshew says
I made this cake today and it did not rise in the middle, it was like the very middle was not done, but it was, it had a shiny look to it. The outside was fine and the taste is good. It came out of the pan perfect and looks like a bundt cake should, after it was turned over. Your thoughts. Thanks, Linda
KJ says
Mine did the same thing- it rose all around the sides but not in the middle. It was done however and tasted great but definitely not the way it was supposed to look. It also stuck to the pan. I noticed a few others said theirs fell as well. What can we do to avoid that happening again?
Stacey says
Do y’all mind sharing with my what cake mix brand you used?
Tammy says
I just put this in the oven, except I used pineapple chunks in the bottom of the pan and pineapple cake mix. Will update how it turns out.
Stacey says
Sounds great!! Let us know!
Stacey says
I’m working to figure this out, Linda, as I’ve had a few folks mention this same issue. I’ve made this cake 5 or 6 times in the last month and haven’t been able to recreate the problem. Do you mind telling me what brand of cake mix you used?
Stacey says
I’ve had quite a few comments about cakes falling or not rising enough. After doing some research, I came across lots of folks who are having trouble with Duncan Hines cakes mixes since a suspected formula change in 2017. I might suggest opting for another brand, just in case.
Stacey says
After much testing, I did confirm that the Duncan Hines cake mixes do not work with this recipe. However, I had great success with both Betty Crocker and Pillsbury mixes.
Emily says
I was in tears when I saw this. My late aunt used to make a cake almost identical to this. It’s what she was known for in our small town. I never got the rececipe from her before she got Alzheimer’s. I remember her cooking her sauce on the stove and being in awe of her pouring it over a hot cake. We loved when she made us one. She always made hers upside down with pinnapple slices and cherries. Oh sweet memories❤️ Thanks for sharing.
Stacey says
I just love that this brought back some sweet memories for you!
Ftan says
Can you freeze this cake
Stacey says
I’ve not tried freezing it.
Ronald W Applewhite says
Thank you for the warning about it seeming like a lot of glaze. If I hadn’t read that up front, I would have been saying “OMG what have I done?” HA! Thanks for posting this. So simple and yet so delicious. I am sure the fam will be begging for this one again and again.
Stacey says
Ha! So glad y’all enjoyed it! It’s certainly one of our favs!
Cynthia says
Mine fell while baking.
Stacey says
Cynthia, Do you mind sharing with me what brand cake mix you used?
Stacey says
I’ve had quite a few comments about cakes falling or not rising enough. After doing some research, I came across lots of folks who are having trouble with Duncan Hines cakes mixes since a suspected formula change in 2017. I might suggest opting for another brand, just in case.
Stacey says
After much testing, I did confirm that the Duncan Hines cake mixes do not work with this recipe. However, I had great success with both Betty Crocker and Pillsbury mixes.
B Baker says
I made this cake today and it didn’t seem like it rose in the center. What did I do wrong. Then after pouring the glaze on it the cake became very mushy not good at all.
Stacey says
What brand cake mix did you use?
Debbie Jameson says
Mine did the exact same thing. And it smelled so good while baking. I am an experience d baker and have never had this to happen. The cake didn’t rise like all my other cake mix recipe cakes always do. Also, I went to invert onto a plate and all the extra juice ran all over the counter. I had to drain the excess juice and move onto a clean plate. Yuck. Yes, I poked holes while it was still warm. I cut into the cake after it cooled and it is way too wet!!! I was so hungry for a pineapple flavored cake! 🙁
Stacey says
Hey Debbie! What brand cake mix did you use?
Stacey says
I’ve had quite a few comments about cakes falling or not rising enough. After doing some research, I came across lots of folks who are having trouble with Duncan Hines cakes mixes since a suspected formula change in 2017. I might suggest opting for another brand, just in case.
Stacey says
After much testing, I did confirm that the Duncan Hines cake mixes do not work with this recipe. However, I had great success with both Betty Crocker and Pillsbury mixes.
B.Baker says
I meant rise in the center
Stacey says
I’ve had quite a few comments about cakes falling or not rising enough. After doing some research, I came across lots of folks who are having trouble with Duncan Hines cakes mixes since a suspected formula change in 2017. I might suggest opting for another brand, just in case.
Stacey says
After much testing, I did confirm that the Duncan Hines cake mixes do not work with this recipe. However, I had great success with both Betty Crocker and Pillsbury mixes.
B pratt says
Have you tried putting pineapple in food processor and making the icing with that ?
Stacey says
I haven’t tried that.
Barbara A Craven says
Do you think it will change the flavor if i use a white cake mix? thats all I have
Stacey says
It shouldn’t change it too much.
Rob says
My wife made this for me yesterday after I sent her the link from facebook…I had a piece while it was still warm with some dark roast coffee. Seriously, its my favorite cake now.
Stacey says
So glad to hear that, Rob! Now I’m wanting some too!
shirley D Wilcox says
can a can of pineapple be used in cake and the glaze?
Stacey says
I’ve not tried that.
Tammy Franklin says
Should leftovers be stored in the refrigerator?
Stacey says
If you’re keeping them longer than a day or so, yes.
Glenda mullis says
Can I use regular margarine instead of unsalted butter
Stacey says
You can.
Debby says
My granddaughter & I made this cake a few days ago. We couldn’t wait to taste it, but to be honest we really didn’t care for it. Maybe it would’ve been better if crushed pineapple was added to the batter, & maybe less butter in the glaze.
Louise says
I made this a couple of weeks ago. It was very good, and very moist, but not as much pineapple flavor as I thought it would have. I followed the recipe exactly. I was wondering also if adding crushed pineapple to the batter would work. Or maybe a little bit of pineapple extract, I guess there is pineapple extract available. What do you think?
Sarah Bryan says
I made this cake today and it didn’t rise and THEN I saw the notes where it said a Duncan Heines cake mix doesn’t work. Went to the store and bought a Pillsbury cake mix and started over. My glaze seemed to look like pure liquid instead of a glaze. I melted the butter first in the microwave and added it to the rest of the ingredients and warmed it up on the stovetop. Is it supposed to be of a liquid consistency instead of a glaze???
It’s still cooling so I haven’t tried it yet.
Stacey says
Yes, it’s really more of a soak than a glaze – think of it like a rum cake soak.
Lashonda says
Hi!
Can this be frosted over with buttercream frosting? It’s for a 6 year old’s birthday, so she cares about the way the cake looks. I care about how it tastes and this looks delicious!
Lashonda says
Oh, and also in two layers with a pineapple filling in between?
Stacey says
Thanks, Lashonda! Unfortunately, I’m not sure this one will hold up to frosting very well. It’s super moist and I’m afraid the frosting will just drip right off.
Delorce says
Use pineapple cake mix for even more flavor!
TONIA says
does this cake have to be made in a bundt pan or can i make it in 13×9 pan
Stacey says
I’ve only ever done it in a Bundt, but you’re welcome to try it. Theoretically, it should work.
Michelle says
Stacey… is vegetable oil a must? I always use canola for baking, and EVOO for cooking. I will buy vegetable if you feel it’s best for this recipe. Thank you!
Michelle
Stacey says
Canola oil will work just fine. 🙂
Michelle says
Thank you!
Jolene says
I have one in the oven right now. I made some additions and once it’s baked I will get back to you and let you know, but I am baking at 350 as I do all my Bundt recipes.
Stacey says
Sounds good! Let me know how it turns out!
Charlane says
I, too, was wondering about using crushed pineapple in the cake batter – maybe instead of the pineapple juice? Or maybe 3/4 C crushed pineapple and 1/4 C juice to ensure enough liquid? Has anybody tried it?
Angela says
I just made this cake. DUNCAN HINES with this recipe WILL NOT MAKE YOUR CAKE RISE. Maybe if instant pudding mix added will be better. I REPEAT. Do not use DUNCAN HINES
Shan says
I made this cake with BETTY CROCKER cake and it did not rise either….smelled great….huge disappointment when opening the oven :(.
Stacey says
Very strange. I’ve not had anyone report having trouble with Betty Crocker.
Mary says
If Duncan heins isn’t suggested then it needs to be during the ingredient list because most people won’t read the suggestions lower to the list until later. It’s very frustrating to have bought all the ingredients and wrong boxed cake.
Stacey says
I’ve always been taught to read the entire recipe before doing anything. I’m sorry you ended up with the wrong thing.
Virginia Moore says
I made this Pineapple Juice Cake and thought I would give part of it to a couple who live by us. Wrong! We were pigs and ate it all ourselves! The cake is very moist, has a delicate pineapple flavor, does not have fattening cream cheese or whipped cream. It is wonderfully delicious!
Stacey says
Awesome! I’m So glad y’all enjoyed it, Virginia! You’ll just have to make another one for the neighbors. 🙂
Michelle says
Hi Stacey,
I just wanted to say I made this pineapple bundt cake. I found that there was an excess of the pineapple glaze that wasn’t absorbed by the cake. It accumulated in the center hole area of the bundt cake. Not knowing, I used it all as this was my first time making. I personally found it to be too sweet for me, and chose to give it away. I followed the recipe to a T’. I’m going to give it another try, but I plan on cutting the glaze mount in half. I love pineapple and it’s flavor, so I’m hoping less will be more palatable for me. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Michelle
Stacey says
Hey Michelle! Thanks so much for your kind response. I say “kind” because I get so many folks who lash out when things don’t turn out perfectly, not realizing that with each recipe there are so many moving parts. That said, this does make a very moist cake. But I love the fact that you’re willing to give it another try and adjust it to suit your taste. Hope you love the next one!
Rhonda says
I love this recipe! Thanks for sharing it, it’s my new favorite quick cake that I can always have stuff on hand for. Plow my driveway- pineapple cake! Dessert auction-pineapple cake! The first time i made it, I didn’t have pineapple juice so i puréed a can of pineapple chunks and put it through a sieve and ended up with exactly the amount of juice needed for the recipe. It made a very flavorful juice. I reserved 1/4 cup of the glaze and added powdered sugar to consistency for an icing to drizzle or pipe on when cooled, looks elegant. Thanks again!
Stacey says
Any excuse is a good excuse to make a cake, right!? So glad you’ve enjoyed this recipe, Rhonda!
Tammy S Williams says
Do you think I could make this as cupcakes and make a dreamwhip frosting to be piped on top?
Stacey says
I’m not sure it would hold up well as cupcakes.
Ada says
COULD you use white cake mix?
Stacey says
Sure. I don’t think that would be problem.
Stela says
I just made it and is a total disaster something is wrong with the recipe
Stacey says
I can assure you there is nothing wrong with the recipe. Tell me more about what happened. Let’s see what we can figure out.
Stephanie says
What if I added a spot of Captain Morgan with the pineapple juice?
Stacey says
I think that’s a pretty solid idea! 🙂
Linda ONeal says
Love the Captain Morgan suggestion! I will use it also
Deneen Firestone says
I made this a few weeks ago when my husband saw the recipe on fb. We really enjoyed it and I’ve made it several more times for family, friends and church homecoming. It was super easy and very tasty!
Stacey says
Love hearing that! So glad y’all have enjoyed it!!
Carmen says
So I baked this the other day and I must say the weirdest thing happened to me. The cake turned out perfectly (thank you for the warning about the glaze. I definitely would have thought I screwed up if you hadn’t mentioned it). Now everybody in my family loved the cake. But here’s the weird thing, I didn’t like the pineapple flavor, yet I COULD NOT STOP EATING the cake!!! The texture is SOOO GOOD! I have to make a vanilla/butter version. 😂😂 I’m guessing I can just sub milk for the juice in the cake but what would you suggest I sub for the juice in the glaze? Any suggestions? Thanks again for such a good recipe. I’m glad I found your blog!
Stacey says
I’m loving this comment so much!! Honestly, you could possibly use water and it make it a syrup, but milk might work in the glaze too – you’d just want to refrigerate it. If you try it, be sure to come back and let me know how it turned out!
Claudia says
Hello! Thank you for the recipe! The only change I made to this recipe was half the glaze and it was perfect for my taste! I took it to a potluck and I kid you not it was gone within 5 minutes and the 10 other dessert options next to it were ignored. People loved it so much! I can’t wait to try the orange one I read about. My mom has been trying to make a moist orange cake for soooo Long and thanks to you she will be able to finally make it! Also I want to mention I used yellow cake mix from Pillsbury as recommended (I learned the hard way once to read the whole recipe before buying ingredients and cooking). I had no problems with this recipe. The cake was perfectly moist, not too sweet and had a great pineapple flavor. Maybe I’ll try adding in pineapple chunks next time. Thanks you again for the great recipe!!
Stacey says
Love hearing that everyone enjoyed it so much! Thanks, Claudia!!
Jen says
This cake was amazing. I even added crushed pineapple (completely drained) to the cake batter for more texture and pineapple flavor. Turned out great!
Junell says
The cake is good, very moist. Thinking it was a bit “eggy” thinking will cut back to 3 eggs next time so not so dense in the middle. Thx for sharing.
Stacey says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Stacey says
Love it! So glad it turned out great for you!
Tracy Terrell says
I am a Duncan Hines gal and did not realize your “note” until now.
I used Duncan Hines butter and also canola oil (didn’t have enough vegetable) and my cake came out awful. I was wondering if the temp had anything to do with it. It seemed like it wasn’t rising so I turned it up to 350. I had to throw it away.
I have made the lemon cake and my family loves it. I will retry and use pineapple jello.
Stacey says
I’ve always been Duncan Hines fan, it’s just that the butter cake mix doesn’t work in this recipe, unfortunately. And I wish I could understand why.
Myriam JStC says
Hi. Pineapple is my favorite fruit! I can’t wait to try this cake! But can I substitute melted butter or anything else for the OIL?? Please help!
Stacey says
You can.
Myriam JStC says
I did not bake the pineapple cake yet I’m going to. I’m gathering information. I am going to make the glaze while the cake is baking in the oven. Since my glaze will be ready before the cake, I need to know how long do I wait “After removing the cake from the oven” before pouring the glaze on the cake in the pan?
Stacey says
10 to 15 minutes.
Carol says
Next pineapple upside cake I make, I am going to use this glaze before flipping the cake. I love the pineapple upside cake but my cake always seems dry. Been trying to find a way to make the cake moist and it sounds like this will be perfect.
Stacey says
Great idea!
Sara says
I’m very new to baking so this may seem like a silly question. How far do I make the holes into the cake? All the way through? Half way through? And just a few holes? A lot of holes? 😆 Thank you for helping!
Stacey says
No worries! I would do them about halfway through. Enjoy!
Sammi963 says
Making it right now for my sisters birthday. I haven’t baked in awhile but couldn’t resist this recipe. I’m wondering about some how incorporatin.someactual crushed pinapple in the glaze. Not real experienced so not sure if or how this can be done.
Stacey says
Be sure to check out the comment from Jackie on this thread about that.
Celena says
Hi,
Just made this for the first time. I used a bundt pan with a white coating on the inside. I’m not sure if it is a nonstick or not. Well, I sprayed and floured as the directions say and it stuck. The cake is super moist and tastes great but not the prettiest since it was hard to get out of the pan. Suggestions?
Thanks!
Stacey says
I’m not a huge fan of that particular type of pan for this very reason. I nearly always have cakes stick in those.
Patriciah Ngotho says
Hi Stacey, what can I substitute cake mix with. I live in a country where we don’t have this particular brand isn’t available. Unfortunately the other available cake mixes don’t taste good in cakes I don’t know why.
I would like to make this cake like yesterday….lol.
Patriciah
Stacey says
This is the homemade cake mix recipe I normally recommend, but I’ve not tested it with this particular recipe.
KC says
I made this tonight but substituted guava syrup for the pineapple juice. Cake is delicious!! I halved the glaze recipe but still found it very sweet, maybe because the syrup already has sugar. Maybe next time, I’ll just add syrup to the butter and omit the powdered sugar?
KC says
Actually, update. The only part that was really sweet was where I had cut a slice of the unglazed cake to taste and the glaze pooled in that open space (I used a 9 inch round cake pan). Went back to it and simply cut away from that part and it is so moist, delicious and perfect. I had planned to share but it’s not looking that there will be enough! My mom and I are having a slice each for breakfast lol. Will DEFINITELY make this again and will continue to half the glaze recipe. It’s the perfect amount for me. Thank you!
Stacey says
So glad it turned out great for you, KC!
Pamela says
Has anyone added rum to this recipe? Or coconut rum? Any suggestions on how to add it? Would like to make a pina colada version
Stacey says
Sounds like a delicious addition. I think I’d add it to the soak/glaze.
Terri Paige says
I love this recipe…made it again yesterday for my son, he wanted this before he leaves for college tomorrow
Stacey says
How sweet! Love hearing about my recipes being a part of special celebrations like this!
Lupe Barrera says
Wonderful recipe and thanks for sharing. It was so flavorful and moist. Thanks.
Stacey says
SO glad you enjoyed it, Lupe!
Dorothy Black says
Cooking is like crochet (or knitting), read the instructions to the end before you start your project! Recipe looks great and I will try it when I get the right mix. Thank you for suggesting the right mix for the job. I love your site. Kind regards.
Stacey says
Ha! Thanks so much, Dorothy!
Sharon Haldorsen says
I baked this cake & thought it was so good that I decided to take the rest of it to church. Eveyone raved about how good it was & wanted the recipe. They couldn’t believe how easy it was & tasted so good. Thanks so much for this delicious recipe. It is a keeper & I will make again.
Stacey says
I’m just tickled to hear it turned out great and that everyone enjoyed it!
Sara R says
I made this tonight and it was delicious!! Guess what… used a Duncan Hines mix too. It was all I had (French Vanilla). I did grind up some pineapple chunks and put them in the cake, and added a little vanilla. It cooked perfectly though. Probably took about 40 minutes. I will make this again! Idk why the Duncan Hines worked for me, but it sure did!! Maybe weather could be a factor for some? Thanks for the new fav recipe!
Stacey says
So glad it turned out great for you! Actually, the only Duncan Hines mix that I’ve had trouble is the butter one. Others seem to work just fine. Regardless, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Kathryn Sandoz says
Stacey, I just made this cake using a Duncan Hines yellow butter cake mix. It turned out perfect!
Stacey says
Wonderful! So glad you enjoyed it!!
Virginia Moore says
I have made this cake twice and we love it. I took one cake to my Physical Therapy class and it made such a hit that now I’m their favorite client! Ha! I’m now known as…. Ginny that brought that wonderful cake. Thanks, Stacey!
Stacey says
HA! That’s great! So glad you’ve been able to impress folks with this one!
Virginia says
Simply Delicious sells an orange juice with pineapple in it. It is in the dairy section of the grocery store. Maybe using that juice would be the best of the two worlds (orange juice and pineapple).
Stacey says
Great idea!!
Melissa says
Has anyone tried either of these using Betty Crocker Gluten Free Cake mix ?
Stacey says
I’ve not tried that one.
Nicola says
Do you use pineapple juice as in the drink, or juice from pineapples as in the fruit?
Stacey says
I use canned pineapple juice.
Michele Savage says
Mine is in the oven now and I cannot wait to make the glaze! I recently moved and can’t find my Bundt pan so I made it in a 9×13 pan!
Stacey says
Hope it was delicious!
Ada says
Hi this cake looks delicious! Im making it for Thanksgiving this year. My husband wanted a pineapple cake i think this is going to be perfect!!!!!
Stacey says
Hope he LOVES it!
Shannon Moore says
I made this for the first time for Thanksgiving dinner. It was SO moist and the pineapple flavor wasn’t overwhelming at all. This recipe is a KEEPER!
Stacey says
Awesome! So glad it turned out great for you!!
Jessica Righter says
I made this cake for Christmas dinner. Followed your recipe exactly. It even looks just like yours. Perfect directions! My husband and I sneaked a little pinch from underneath. It is delicious! Thank you for sharing such a special recipe. Merry Christmas!
Stacey says
So happy to hear that it turned out great for you! Merry Christmas!!
Byenia says
This cake was pretty darn good! I cut out 1 cup of sugar in the glaze, but otherwise went exactly according to recipe, and it was sweet enough for us. 🙂
Stacey says
SO, SO glad you enjoyed it, Byenia!
Nini says
I made this today with A Duncan Hines cake mix and it came out beautiful! I’m not sure what went wrong for the others, but this came picture perfect.
Stacey says
Look at you being a rebel and making it work!!! Do you mind me asking what kind of Duncan Hines mix you used?
Straws Kitchen says
This was one fantastic cake “Pineapple Juice Cake”, it was a little too sweet for me…BUT…my Husband thought it was great.
He said (as he came back into the kitchen to get another big slice) “I could eat this whole cake, next time you make it put some pineapple rings on the bottom because it would make a good pineapple up-side down cake too”.
I’d made it in a 9×13 inch cake pan instead of a bundt pan, and didn’t put the whole 3/4 c of juice in the glaze. It certainly made enough glaze.
Will do that again.
Thank You for sharing this recipe.
Stacey says
So glad your husband enjoyed the cake! Thanks for taking a minute to let me know!
Deanna Whitehead says
I made this cake last night and oh my goodness was it good!!!! Definitely a keeper recipe.
Stacey says
Awesome! So glad it turned out great for you!
Ruth says
I made this cake for a church gathering this evening. I added about 3/4 can (20 oz. drained crushed pineapple) and cut the butter back to 2 tbsp in the glaze. I thought it was really good, but my husband thought it needed more pineapple. Guess I’ll use the whole can after I drain it next time.
Stacey says
Glad it turned out good for you, Ruth!
Carrie says
What was it about Duncan Hines that didn’t work if you don’t mind me asking?
Sounds amazing, and want to try.
C
Stacey says
The cake doesn’t rise.
Gunther says
Hi, I don’t like Boxed Cake mixes from any Brand, I like to make all my Cakes from scratch. Do you have a recipe for yellow moist cake? Your recipe sounds great, i will try it soon since i love everything with Pinapple.
Stacey says
I don’t, but there are some out there. The problem is in the amount. It would need to be a homemade recipe that makes the same amount as the box mix.
Susan says
My mom taught me a version of this recipe using apricot nectar. It’s also amazing !
Stacey says
I’ve heard several people mention that! It sounds amazing! Do you happen to have the recipe written down or remember it?
Christine says
Do you think this would work with a white cake mix? It’s all I have and I don’t relish a trip to the store right now.
Stacey says
Perhaps! I don’t see why not. The flavor will be a bit different, but still delicious I’m sure!
Nicole says
Re: White Cake
I actually had the same question and reason! I made it tonight and it came out just fine! It really is very yummy so go for it. Yellow probably “better” but no one will be disappointed with the white mix used! Also I used Duncan Hines and didn’t have any trouble, it did split a little when flipped but that might have been my fault.
Stacey says
I think it’s the Duncan Hines butter mix that fails. Regardless, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Olivia says
Can we use a regular cake pan I ment
Stacey says
You can use a 9×13.
Kathy says
Made this cake and it was awesome. I puréed a can of crushed pineapple instead of using juice. Just because that’s what I had on hand. It was delicious! Will definitely make this again.
Stacey says
So glad to hear you enjoyed it!!
June Chellar says
Just made this cake with Duncan Hines mix. Came out perfectly. Delicious cake!
Stacey says
Awesome! What kind of mix did you use? Yellow? Butter?
James Callahan says
If your baking and making the glaze at the same time— the glaze will take 15 minutes, but not the half hour that the bake takes.
Patti Marter says
Made this cake today for Mother’s Day Dinner-on-the-grounds at Church. It was truly a big success. Our Pastors daughter asked if they could take some home with them. LOL!!! I made a topping with 1 can crushed pineapple in juice, 2 cups powdered sugar and 4 tbsp unsalted butter. Boiled for about 5 minutes after butter melted. Used this as topping on each slice of cake. DELISH!!!
My Mother-n-Luv used to make a pineapple cake for holidays and THIS is the closest I’ve ever come to duplicating it. She also cooked a topping for each layer and the top.
BROWNIE POINTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY!!!0. Brought home less than 1/2 the cake!!! Thanx for the recipe!!! Gonna try slow cooker beef tips next.
Stacey says
Hi Patti! I’m so, so glad that you (and everyone else) enjoyed it!!
Denise Ritchie says
I actually made it the first time with Betty Crocker mix. It wasn’t done so I had to cook another 15 minutes. I used the full glaze amount. It was delicious but VERY moist. The Second time I made it, I did it with Duncan Hines. It worked great! I only used half of the glaze recipe and it was beautiful, delicious and perfect in every way!
Stacey says
So glad that you enjoyed it! Both times!!
Denise Ritchie says
I didn’t see the star rating the first time. It’s 5!!
Amber says
Everything about this cake is a win for me! It smelled amazing, was super easy to make and tasted wonderful. Thanks for sharing!
Stacey says
Awesome! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed it so much!
Adrienne Watkin says
We are really enjoying this cake!! I’ve made it twice with the pineapple juice and tried it once with apricot nectar, but that wasn’t as flavorful. I’m going to try the orange juice next. I’ve been wondering about using a chocolate cake mix and adding coffee in place of the juice but I wonder if that would work.
Stacey says
So glad t hear you’ve enjoyed this one! I think the coffee idea just might work! If you try it, please come back and let me know.
Adrienne Watkin says
My attempt at adding coffee to a chocolate cake was ok. Not a whole lot of coffee flavor, but still tastes good. Might try it with a yellow cake mix and possibly add some additional coffee extract.
Stacey says
That seem like a good plan! Maybe even like some espresso powder.
Linda ONeal says
Try adding some coffee liquor as flavoring!
Nicole says
Amazing cake. Family loved it!
Stacey says
Awesome! I’m so glad y’all enjoyed it!!
Leslie Kelley says
I have always used apricot nectar for a budnt cake but this sounds amazing!! Just wondering since there is only my husband and I is it possible to freeze 1/2 of the cake for later? Thanks!
Stacey says
I’ve had other readers say that they did freeze it, but I’m not sure how well it thaws. Maybe someone else who’s tried it can chime in for us.
Kathy Pharr says
I made this today, used Duncan Hines cake mix. It fell a little, not much, used a 10″tube pan. It was
delish! Thanks so much for the recipe!
Stacey says
Wonderful! So glad you enjoyed it!!
Diane Henderson says
After successfully making this for my family, which they loved, I decided to play around with the recipe. So I substituted a little Malibu rum for some of the pineapple juice in the cake.
For the glaze I added a couple of tablespoons of coconut cream and I also used granulated sugar instead of powdered in the glaze which gives it a little crunchy texture along the edges.
Stacey says
That sounds amazing!! So glad y’all enjoyed it!!
Tammy Vernon says
I made this Pineapple Juice Cake today and it was a HUGE hit. Thank you so much for the inspiration. I have pictures, but do not see a way to post.
Stacey says
I’m so glad that you enjoyed it, Tammy! You can post those photos on my social channels. I’d love to see them!
Sharon Lucas says
Question, will my regular pound cake recipe work for this?
Stacey says
You can certainly use the glaze/soak on a regular pound cake.
Xaverii says
Question here. Love this recipe, and want to use it for pineapple upside down cake. Would it work well in this case? This cake has everything I’m looking for, so I’m hoping the pineapple and maraschino cherries on the bottom wouldn’t make the cake too wet. Thanks!
Stacey says
Sure! I use a very similar recipe for my pineapple upside down cake – just without the glaze/soak.
Kim says
I made this in a 9x 13 baker. It was delicious. I did add vanilla. I’m about to try the recipe with peach nectar.
Stacey says
So glad you enjoyed it!!
Elaine W. says
Hi Stacey,
I just made your pineapple juice cake, and it turned out great! All I had in the house was Great Value (Walmart)
brand cake mix. It worked great. The cake looks just like your picture and tastes wonderful.
Thanks for a great recipe that I will be making again!
Stacey says
Fantastic! I’m so glad to hear it turned out great for you! I’ve actually heard good things about the Great Value cake mixes!
Elaine W. says
I forgot to leave my rating. oops.
Stacey says
Thank you!!
Mo says
I haven’t tried this recipe yet but I am wondering g if you could use this recipe in a similar way to make a lemon cake!?!?
Stacey says
I don’t see why not. You’d certainly need less lemon juice in the glaze, since it’s so sour.
Cheryl says
Just poured the glaze on my cake and it looks amazing! Does it need to be refrigerated? Thanks
Stacey says
If you’re going to eat it within a day or so, it should be fine. Otherwise, I’d stick it in the fridge.
Lawana says
Was wondering if I can use pineapple coconut nectar instead of pineapple juice?
Stacey says
I’ve not tried that, so I can’t say for sure. Seems like it should work, though.
Lawana says
Ok thank you. I’m going to try it with 1 of Dole pineapple juice and 1 of the Jumex Pineapple Coconut nectar juice.
Stacey says
Awesome! Let me know how it turns out!
Ann says
I made this and it is delicious. We enjoyed it freshly baked but it is even more delicious if you cover and refrigerate then eat. You taste the pineapple more after chilling !
Stacey says
Thanks for that tip! So glad to hear it turned out great for you!
Patricia M says
Just made this cake OMG!!!! it’s Scrumptious but sweet but gooood ,,,
Stacey says
Ha! So glad you enjoyed it!!
Sue says
It has a mild pineapple flavor but oh so moist and oh so delicious!!
Stacey says
I’m so, so glad you enjoyed it!!
Jan S says
My brother is a SERIOUS lemon junkie. Has anyone tried a lemon cake with frozen lemonade mix (reconstituted)? I can’t help but wonder if that would work. I’m not much of a baker, so I’m hesitant to experiment…
Stacey says
I think it sounds like a great idea!
Patty Flanagan says
I usually never leave comments on recipes, but I just had to say that I think this is one of the BEST and Moistest cakes I have ever made! Make sure you reward yourself with a piece while it is still a little warm, melts in your mouth!! Two pieces left and I am ready to bake another one..
Thanks for sharing this one!
Stacey says
So glad that you enjoyed it!!
Pamela Jans says
Oh. My. This is amazing!! I just finished inverting it to a plate, and I am so impressed! The thing is, I didn’t use a cake mix. There is a smell to cake mixes that I just can’t abide, the smell makes me nauseous. But your cake looked so wonderful I had to give it a go. I googled Copy Cat Yellow Cake Mix. There’s a lot of contenders out there, but this is the one that I felt covered my needs the best: https://iambaker.net/homemade-yellow-cake-mix/ I used just the dry portion.
2 1/4 c flour, 1 1/2 c sugar, 3 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1 tsp salt. As I was mixing up the copy-cat mix, I couldn’t help but wonder if this was going to work. Would I be throwing out perfectly good food? But I soldiered on.
When I looked at your recipe, it called for a 15 1/2oz box of mix. Because I weigh my ingredients, I knew that I had about 23oz of mix.
What to do.
With some trepidation, I weighed out 15 1/2 oz of my mix and carried on.
What can I say? It was perfect. It’s beautiful. I did a little taste test and it’s wonderful.
PS With the leftover mix, I decided that I will make more and have a master mix. I will be able to measure out 15 1/2 oz of yellow cake mix any time I need it. Just me being fugal.
Thank you for giving me a fun morning of baking, plus a fantastic dessert to serve my friends. ~Pam
Stacey says
Amanda has some really great recipes on iambaker, so I’m glad you picked hers. I’m also tickled to hear that it turned out great for you! Thanks for sharing your method as I know there are several folks who have asked about doing it from scratch and now this will help them with that!
Jeanette says
I can’t eat sugar but I bake a lot for family and friends. I baked this cake Saturday and decorated it with pineapple chunks and cherries on toothpicks and put them around the cake for a little get together that evening on our patio. It was a hit for sure!!! Thanks for the recipe. I will definitely make it again.
Stacey says
So happy to hear that! Glad everyone enjoyed it!
Michele says
Can you use a white cake mix
Stacey says
Sure! The flavor will be a bit different, but it will still work.
Vanessa Diamond says
Turned out GREAT! I made two for the summer already.
Stacey says
Love hearing that! Glad you’ve enjoyed them, Vanessa!
SUZANNE ADIVARI says
OMG…..made your pineapple juice cake in a fancy bundt pan and took it to lunch with the ladies……it added so much class to the fast food joint we were meeting at….They all marveled how wonderful it was. Probably. the best cake I have ever eaten. And I have. been baking since. I. was 15 and Im 70….wish I could have sent you a picture of it, a work of art and taste to match. Thank yu so much…I do have a picture posted of it on my Instagram page if you want to go take a peek…. CharlotteKirkLBI
Suzanne Adivari says
picture of the cake is on. my Instagram page but I didn’t realize it’s all small letters….. charlottekirklbi
Stacey says
I am SO GLAD it turned out great for you!!
Leslie Kelly says
Can I use Pam to spray the pan and then flour it. Or do I have to use Crisco shortening and flour
Stacey says
If you have a super reliable pan that usually doesn’t stick, sure. It really just depends on the pan.
Marianela Marshall-Diaz says
Hi, I do not have a Bundt cake pan. Can I make it using another pan? If yes, any guidance would be appreciated. Thank you in advance!
Stacey says
Another reader said she made it in a sheet pan. It might affect the bake time slightly, but everything else should work about the same.
Phyl says
Stacy, I made the pineapple juice cake and it was soooo good. My hubby said it was a ‘keeper” !!! In March, I was buying up food and bought a box of Best Choice yellow cake mix. It turned out perfect. I am a Duncan Hines Butter recipe girl. I usually buy Betty Crocker or Pillsbury in the yellow cake mix but since the Best Choice was good, guess I will buy that again to use for this recipe.
Stacey says
I’m so glad to hear you had good luck with the Best Choice! Thanks for letting us know!
Ronak Mehta says
Thank you for sharing this delightfully easy, mouthwateringly delicious recipe. Have baked this cake several times since I first tried it a few weeks back and it’s been a huge success each time!
Stacey says
I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed it!
Kimberly says
I made this last night and followed the recipe exactly and it is AMAZING!! Super moist without being soggy like Tres Leche cake can be. I brought it to work and EVERYONE is raving about it. Now I need to try the Orange Juice Cake! Thank you for the recipe and the tip about Duncan Hines. That is all I had in my pantry so I picked up a Betty Crocker mix.
Stacey says
Sweet! I’m so glad it turned out great for you and that everyone enjoyed it!!
Croshinda Brown says
Hey Stacey, so you don’t use the ingredients on the cake box correct? Just follow your directions?
Stacey says
That’s correct. Ignore the box instructions. Hope you enjoy it!
Shelby says
Super simple, easy to make, and most of all yummy! Nice twist on the regular yellow cake. 🍍
Stacey says
So glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Vanessa says
Hi Stacey! Great recipe! I made this cake for thanksgiving and it was delicious! I’m curious, with the boxes mix, do you follow the contents on the box and also add the additional ingredients that are listed for your recipe here?
Stacey says
No. Ignore the box and follow my directions only.
Tasha says
I only had Duncan Hines, but I gave it a try and it was a hit.
Stacey says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Robert P Long says
Can you make this Gluten Free?
Stacey says
Hey Robert! I actually don’t have much experience in that area. Maybe another reader will chime in with some tips.
MamaL says
Okay so we are a mostly dairy and egg free home (dang allergies).
First question any way to make it egg free?
Second has anyone tried a depression cake mix for this?
Thanks!!! It sounds so awesome! But, our allergy kiddo is highly allergic and we haven’t had eggs in our house for years now.
Stacey says
Hey there! Fortunately, we don’t have any food allergies at our house, so I can’t say that I’ve tried any of that. That being said, I found this helpful: https://www.bakingkneads.com/egg-substitute-in-cake-mixes/
Patty Lee says
This recipe is a waste of time and Money. I bake a lot and shared the cake with a friend. All l I could taste was oil. Will never make again. Her comment was “recipe should be tosses Out??
Stacey says
You can see there are quite a few reviews and no one has mentioned that. Are you sure your oil wasn’t rancid and that you used the correct amount?
Cindy says
The Pineapple Juice Cake with a few changes….my Hubby said “it’s not just good, it’s excellent”!!!
It is a winner winner.
For best results the recipe calls for using only the 15 oz. Better Crocker yellow cake mix……well all I had was a 9oz. “Jiffy” Golden Yellow cake mix in the house.
So I divided the rest of the ingredients in half. 1/3 c pineapple juice, 1/3 c crisco vegetable oil and 2 eggs. Added in flaked coconut and bits of candied pineapple.
Mixed by hand with a whisk.
Put crisco lard on bottom of pan, laid a round parchment paper on top of that and sprayed Bakers Joy Powder Non-stick spray over parchment and up the sides.
Poured batter in pan.
Baked at 325° for 29 minutes in an 8″ round pan (until toothpick came out clean).
Took it out of the oven and poked holes all over cake.
While it was in the oven I mixed: 1 c powdered sugar, 1/3 c pineapple juice and 2T butter together in a glass measuring cup and heated on High in the microwave for 2 minutes….whisked together
Poured hot glaze all over the hot cake and let soak into the cake.
Stacey says
Thanks for sharing your adaptation! Glad y’all enjoyed it!
Faatima says
I love this pineapple cake I made it 3 times so far for my family and it only last a day…..best pineapple cake ever!!!!!!!! Thanks for the recipe
Stacey says
I love hearing things like that! Glad you’ve enjoyed it, Faatima!
Jacquie says
I’m making this with Pillsbury gluten free cake mix! I hope it turns out well, I’m taking it to women’s Bible study this afternoon!!
Stacey says
Hope it turns out great for you!
Jill says
Made it exactly to the recipe, stored it still in the Bundt tin in the fridge overnight and it turned out beautifully. So yummy!
Stacey says
Awesome! Glad to hear it turned out great for you!
holly says
ive made this cake So many times. its always so good.
just curious , what is the difference between the duncan hines brand cake as opposed to betty crocker or pilsbury in this recipe?
Stacey says
I’m honestly not 100% sure. I’ve done some extensive testing, and I think it has something to do with the fat content in the mix, but can’t say for sure.
JANE SMITH says
This cake has become a regular in my dessert rotation. I’ve found that those little individual cans of Dole pineapple juice are just the right size for this cake. I made this for a young family from church that I had over for dinner. I know that David’s favorite part of dinner is dessert so I made sure to have something sweet for him.
They have a 3 year old daughter who tore into her piece of cake and wanted more! It was a real hit with the whole family and they want it again next time. I’m going to do the orange juice one, and I have an orange glaze my momma used to do which I’m going to attempt. Kudos to the chef!
Stacey says
Thanks so much, Jane! Glad to hear you’ve gotten some great use out of this one!
Marilyn says
This cake recipe turned out , not great, but excitingly fabulous, fantastic and tasty . A real treat for the taste buds. Served it with coconut gelato.
Stacey says
So glad to hear it turned out great for you, Marilyn! Love the idea of serving it with coconut gelato!
STEFANIE BRINKLEY says
I made this today for Easter. OMG. One word- DELICIOUS. I followed the recipe exactly as stated and it is definitely a keeper. 💕
Stacey says
Wonderful! Glad y’all enjoyed it!
Denise WILSON says
Hi, I made the cake today. Since I dont like cooked fruit, the juice was perfect. My husband loved it, just wish it could stay out on the counter instead of having to be refrigerated. It is just hubby and I.
Stacey says
So glad to hear y’all enjoyed it!
Angela says
I have made this Pineapple Juice cake 4 times in the last 2 months. We cannot get enough! It tastes that good.
One of the cakes I made for my sister-in-law, and after tasting it, she called to tell me that I had real talent, ha! I told her I was just following a Southern Bite recipe. Thank you, Stacey! You make me look like a rock star. I will continue to make and share this cake.
Stacey says
Angela! I’m so glad to hear you’ve enjoyed this one so much!! Thanks for letting me know!
Audrey Crawford says
Made this cake yesterday using juice from canned fruit and it was so moist and good. Hated to waste the juice after making fruit salad.
Stacey says
Great idea! Glad you enjoyed it!
Peach says
Sorry, this was not a good cake for me
Stacey says
What seemed to be the problem?
Cheri Obrecht says
I’ve made this recipe several times and it’s always my go to cake to send to a luncheon because everyone loves it. I just now made one with pineapple cake mix. I chopped some maraschino cherries and added them to the cake and for the glaze I used the cherry juice instead of pineapple. DELICIOUS 😋 ❤️
Stacey says
Oh my! I love maraschino cherries so that sounds amazing!
Rosario says
Hello Stacey,
I made it and it came out amazing, just like the picture posted. Everyone loved it, the only change I made is that I reduced the pineapple juice by 1/4 and replaced it with vodka. It was definitely a hit😊
Stacey says
Sounds delish! Glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Cookie K says
I’ve made this and your orange juice cake so many times for my friends and family. They love them a freakish amount and I can’t blame them.
The 2nd time I made the pineapple juice cake, I tried a coconut cream pudding mix in the cake batter. For the glaze, I did 1/2 cup pineapple juice and 1/4 cup of Malibu rum. We had a Malibu and pineapple juice based party punch so it matched the theme. It worked really well.
Stacey says
So glad to hear you’ve gotten some great use out of both of those recipes! I love the Malibu idea, too! Thanks for sharing!
JULIE says
How long does this cake stay fresh? I haven’t made it but want to for a reunion. My day before the reunion is super busy. Can I make it a couple of days ahead and keep in the fridge?
Stacey says
It’s best within a few days. Refrigerating it will help prolong it.
Melissa Wallace says
O stumbled across yoir recipe ma few months ago, ant tell ya how many of these I’ve made. Best cake ever.
Just a tip…the small cans of pineapple juice is exactly 3/4 cup.
I also used your recipe to make a thicker glaze and added to top after cake cooled…slap ya mama good…thanks
Stacey says
Sounds amazing, Melissa! Glad to hear you’ve gotten some great use out of this one!
Laura Gore says
I’ve made this cake with all 3 cake mixes and in my world it just doesn’t make any difference. I think it is the best cake I’ve ever made or eaten. My husband and I love it. I’m no great baker but this cake is so easy to make. I’m so glad you shared it and that I found it. Great blessings to you.
Stacey says
Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Laura! I’m so glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it!!
Kathie says
Thanks for this recipe. I had been looking for a cake recipe using pineapple juice when I stumbled across this one. I tried it tonight and it turned out perfectly. Will be using this one again and again and can’t wait to experiment with different juices using this same method. I used the yellow Betty Crocker cake mix and followed the recipe exactly.