What a fun and patriotic-sounding cake! While there isn’t a classic recipe called “Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake,” it sounds like a tropical twist on a traditional American dessert—perhaps inspired by hummingbird cake, poke cake, or a coconut-pineapple Bundt. Here’s how you could create it:
Pineapple Coconut “God Bless America” Cake
A moist, tropical cake with pineapple, coconut, and a red-white-and-blue twist!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow or vanilla cake mix (or homemade vanilla cake batter)
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple (undrained, for moisture)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (or substitute with pineapple juice)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp coconut extract (optional, for extra flavor)
For the Topping/Filling:
- 1 (8 oz) can pineapple rings (for decoration)
- 1 cup toasted coconut flakes
- Whipped cream or cream cheese frosting
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries) for a patriotic red & blue touch
Optional Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp pineapple juice (mix until smooth)
Instructions
- Make the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a Bundt pan or 9×13″ sheet pan.
- In a bowl, mix cake mix, crushed pineapple (with juice), coconut milk, eggs, shredded coconut, and extracts.
- Pour into the pan and bake for 30-35 mins (or per box instructions).
- Add the Toppings
- Let cake cool slightly, then poke holes and drizzle with pineapple glaze (if using).
- Frost with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting.
- Decorate with pineapple rings, toasted coconut, and berries (arrange blueberries & strawberries in a flag pattern for a patriotic look!).
- Serve & Celebrate!
- Perfect for 4th of July, Memorial Day, or summer BBQs.
Why This Works
- Tropical + Patriotic – Pineapple & coconut give a beachy vibe, while berries add a red-white-and-blue theme.
- Easy & Versatile – Use box mix or homemade, and customize toppings.
- Crowd-Pleasing – Sweet, fruity, and festive!
Variation: For an alcoholic twist, brush the cake with malibu rum after baking.
Want a from-scratch recipe instead? Let me know! 🇺🇸🍍🥥
