Description
Tropical Pistachio Bliss Cake is a light, fluffy dessert that combines angel food cake, crushed pineapple, and pistachio pudding, topped with whipped pistachio frosting and chopped pistachios. It’s fruity, nutty, creamy, and perfect for celebrations or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 box angel food cake mix
- ½ box instant pistachio pudding mix (for the cake)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 box pistachio pudding mix (for frosting)
- ⅔ cup whole milk
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip (thawed)
- Chopped pistachios, for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the angel food cake mix, half the pistachio pudding mix (from the first box), oil, eggs, and the crushed pineapple (including its juice).
- Beat until well combined and fluffy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30‑35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool completely in the pan.
- For the frosting: whisk together the remaining pistachio pudding mix with the milk until thickened. Gently fold in the whipped topping (Cool Whip) until smooth.
- Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the pistachio frosting evenly over the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to set.
- Before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios over the top for garnish.
Notes
- Add shredded coconut to the batter for a more tropical vibe.
- Use sugar‑free pudding and light whipped topping for a lighter version.
- Fold chopped pistachios into the frosting for extra crunch and nutty flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of lemon or lime zest to brighten up the flavour.
- Use a gluten‑free angel food cake mix if you need to make it gluten‑free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (1/12th cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
