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Tropical Pistachio Cake Recipe: Easy to Make, Bursting with Tropical Flavors.

Tropical Pistachio Bliss Cake

Transport yourself to paradise with this Tropical Pistachio Bliss Cake! Easy to make and bursting with tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Tropical
Servings 12 slices
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 Inch Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer

Ingredients
  

Pistachio Cake

  • 1 box Pistachio Pudding Cake Mix (15.25 oz)
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple undrained (20 oz)
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pistachios

Tropical Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Combine cake mix, undrained pineapple, oil, and eggs in a large bowl. Beat until well combined. Stir in pistachios.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  • Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Beat in milk, vanilla, and lime zest.
  • Spread frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Enjoy this Tropical Pistachio Bliss Cake chilled! Garnish with fresh pineapple or macadamia nuts for extra flair.
Keyword Cake, Coconut, Easy, Pineapple, Pistachio, Tropical