Description
A layered dessert featuring a banana muffin mix base, a sweet pineapple layer, and a creamy vanilla pudding and cream cheese topping, finished with a layer of cool whip. Perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
Ingredients
2 (7 oz) Jiffy banana muffin mix
2 eggs
2/3 cup milk
1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 (6 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
1 (16 oz) cool whip, defrosted
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mix together the Jiffy banana muffin mixes, eggs, and 2/3 cup of milk until just combined.
- Step 3: Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
- Step 4: To make the topping, add the room temperature cream cheese to a large mixing bowl and beat with a mixer until smooth.
- Step 5: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and 3 cups of cold milk. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.
- Step 6: Gently fold the pudding mixture into the beaten cream cheese until everything is smooth and well combined.
- Step 7: Spread the drained crushed pineapple in an even layer over the top of the cooled cake.
- Step 8: Spread the pudding and cream cheese mixture evenly over the pineapple layer.
- Step 9: Top the pudding layer with the defrosted cool whip, spreading it evenly to the edges.
- Step 10: Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight, before serving.
Notes
Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding the toppings to prevent them from melting.
Using cold milk is essential for the instant pudding to set correctly.
For a smoother topping, make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before beating.
Draining the pineapple thoroughly is important to prevent a soggy cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American