Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Mix the Cake Batter
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil, milk, crushed pineapple (with juice), and sugar.
- Mix until smooth and well combined.
3. Bake the Cake
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
4. Cool Completely
- Let cake cool in the pan on a wire rack.
🍰 Make the Frosting
1. Cream the Base
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
2. Add Sugar & Flavor
- Gradually mix in confectioner’s sugar.
- Stir in vanilla extract if using.
3. Frost & Finish
- Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans for crunch and flair.
4. Serve & Store
- Slice into squares and serve.
- Store leftovers in the fridge.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Add a splash of pineapple juice to the frosting for extra zing
- Toast the pecans for deeper flavor
- Serve chilled for a firmer texture, or room temp for extra creaminess
- Great for birthdays, reunions, or any time you want to channel a little rock-and-roll sweetness
