Fluffy, sweet, and unbelievably easy!
This cake is pure magic — just two ingredients create a light, tropical, and golden dessert that’s bursting with pineapple flavor. Perfect for when you want something sweet without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s the easiest cake you’ll ever make, and it tastes like sunshine on a plate! ☀️
🍽️ Recipe Card
Yield: 12 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 30–40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
✅ Ingredients
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1 box (16 oz) 1-step Angel Food Cake mix (Betty Crocker recommended)
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1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
That’s it — no eggs, no oil, no water. Just two ingredients and a whisk!
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
2️⃣ Mix the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix with the entire can of crushed pineapple, including the juice.
Stir until the mixture is well combined — it’ll become frothy and fluffy as the pineapple activates the angel food mix.
3️⃣ Pour & Bake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4️⃣ Cool & Serve
Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack. Slice and serve plain, or top with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
💡 Tips & Variations
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🍍 For Extra Pineapple Flavor: Add ½ cup pineapple tidbits before baking.
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🍓 Tropical Twist: Serve with Cool Whip, toasted coconut, and sliced strawberries.
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🍋 Citrus Burst: Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest for brightness.
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🍫 Dessert Upgrade: Drizzle with chocolate syrup or caramel before serving.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
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✅ Only 2 ingredients
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✅ Light, fluffy, and fat-free
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✅ Perfect for summer or last-minute desserts
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✅ Tastes amazing chilled or room temperature
🧊 Storage
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Room Temperature: Store covered for up to 3 days.
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Fridge: Lasts up to 5 days — even better when chilled!
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Freezer: Freeze slices for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.
🧮 Nutrition (Per Serving, Approx.)
Calories: 140 | Fat: 0g | Carbs: 32g | Sugar: 20g | Protein: 2g
(Values vary by brand of mix used.)
💬 Serving Ideas
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Top with Cool Whip and fresh pineapple for a creamy finish.
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Pair with vanilla yogurt or Greek yogurt for a lighter dessert.
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Use as a base for trifle with layers of fruit and pudding.
❤️ Final Thoughts
This Pineapple Angel Food Cake is the kind of recipe you’ll make once and never forget — ridiculously easy, impossibly fluffy, and totally addictive. Keep it in your back pocket for when those sweet cravings hit!