Practically Perfect Pineapple Cake (Printable Version)

Golden sheet cake bursting with pineapple and crowned with light whipped fluff. #pineapple #dessert #cake #moist #fluffy

# Ingredients:

→ Cake

01 - 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 20 ounces crushed pineapple in 100% juice, do not drain
06 - 2 eggs

→ Frosting

07 - 3.5 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix (1 package)
08 - 20 ounces crushed pineapple in 100% juice
09 - 12 ounces Cool Whip or 1 cup heavy whipped cream, whipped

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and baking soda.
03 - Mix in the vanilla extract, crushed pineapple (with juice), and eggs until fully combined.
04 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
05 - Let the cake cool completely before adding frosting.
06 - Whisk together the crushed pineapple and vanilla instant pudding mix until combined. Gently fold in the Cool Whip or whipped heavy cream until smooth.
07 - Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Refrigerate frosted cake for up to 3 days or freeze unfrosted cake for up to 3 months.