A delightful and indulgent dessert with layers of whipped cream, vanilla pudding, and pineapple, topped with crushed graham crackers and toasted coconut. Perfect for any celebration!
Author:Emily
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 50 minutes
Yield:12 servings
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 box vanilla cake mix
1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup whipped cream
1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Milk (as required for pudding mix)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the vanilla cake according to the instructions on the box. Bake in a 9×13-inch pan and let it cool completely.
In a separate bowl, mix the vanilla pudding with milk according to package directions.
Fold the drained crushed pineapple into the prepared pudding.
Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the pudding-pineapple mixture.
Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and toasted coconut.
Sprinkle the graham cracker and coconut mixture over the top of the cake.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Make sure the cake is completely cooled before adding the pudding mixture to prevent melting.
You can use store-bought whipped topping if preferred.
Toast the coconut in a dry pan over medium heat for a few minutes until golden brown.