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Church Cake

Heavenly Church Cake: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Delight

Discover the Heavenly Church Cake, a crowd-pleasing dessert that unites flavors with a delightful twist of pineapple.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Jiffy Cake Mix Substitute with any yellow or butter cake mix if needed.
  • 1 large Egg Provides structure and moisture for a tender cake.
  • 1 cup Cold Water or Pineapple Juice Use pineapple juice for added flavor.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Needs to be softened for easy blending.
  • 1 package Instant Vanilla Pudding Swap for banana or lemon pudding for variation.
  • 3 cups Milk Crucial component for the pudding consistency.
For the Topping
  • 20 oz Crushed Pineapple Ensure well-drained to prevent sogginess.
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping Defrost before using.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Jiffy cake mix with the egg and cold water or pineapple juice. Mix until smooth, then pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until light golden.
  3. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
Cream Cheese Mixture
  1. In a separate mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. This will form the base for the topping.
  2. Whisk together the instant vanilla pudding and 3 cups of cold milk until thickened (about 2-3 minutes). Fold the pudding mixture into the beaten cream cheese until well blended.
Assembling the Cake
  1. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese and pudding mixture evenly over the cake surface.
  2. Layer the well-drained crushed pineapple on top of the pudding mixture for a tropical flavor.
  3. Spread a layer of defrosted whipped topping over the crushed pineapple, ensuring to cover the entire surface.
  4. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the cake cools completely before adding layers, and drain pineapple well to avoid sogginess. Experiment with flavors for a unique twist.

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