Best 7 Polynesian Party Cake Recipes

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Welcome to the world of Polynesian party cake, a delightful culinary creation that promises to transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to indulge in a moist and fluffy cake infused with the irresistible sweetness of pineapple, the tangy burst of passionfruit, and the velvety smoothness of coconut. Let's dive into the world of Polynesian party cake and explore the secrets behind its captivating charm.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HAWAIIAN CAKE



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This is a moist and unusual cake. Great for summer.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups butter
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
¼ cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 (3.5 ounce) package flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (16 ounce) package graham crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and line with parchment paper one 10 inch tube pan.
  • Cream butter or margarine, sugar, and eggs together; add salt, baking soda, crushed pineapple, and pineapple juice. Add coconut, walnuts, and vanilla. Mix in the graham cracker crumbs. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.7 calories, Carbohydrate 66.1 g, Cholesterol 105.4 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 643.6 mg, Sugar 48.5 g

HAWAIIAN CAKE



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Estella Traeger of Milwaukee, Wisconsin dresses up a boxed yellow cake mix with pineapple, coconut and a delightful blend of instant pudding, cream cheese and whipped topping. "This is a favorite dessert that suits any occasion. Try it once and you're sure to make it again," she promises.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
2 cups cold 2% milk
2 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries, drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until cake tests done; cool completely. , In a large bowl, combine milk and pudding mixes; beat in cream cheese until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cooled cake. Top with the pineapple, cherries, coconut and walnuts. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE II



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A refreshing summer dessert, this has a layer of yellow cake covered with pineapple then topped with a fluffy cream layer and garnished with coconut and chopped nuts.

Provided by MACC

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Pineapple Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
2 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions. Bake in a 10x15 inch pan. remove from oven and allow to cool. Spread drained pineapple on top of cooled cake.
  • Prepare pudding as instructed on package and set aside. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in the prepared pudding. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread evenly over the pineapple.
  • Sprinkle top with coconut, chopped walnuts and maraschino cherries. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 400.5 mg, Sugar 37.5 g

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



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Provided by dpuentes

Number Of Ingredients 20

CAKE:
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup walnuts, finely chopped or crushed
3/4 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
WHIPPED CREAM CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup white sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
toasted shredded coconut, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix the white sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, all-purpose flour, walnuts, 3/4 cup flaked coconut, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together. Then add the eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple with all of the juice and mix well. Pour into a well greased pan 9-inch round or 9-inch X 13-inch baking dish. Bake 35 to 40 minutes at 350°F (or until toothpick in the center comes out clean). WHIPPED CREAM CREAM CHEESE FROSTING: In a small bowl beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form; set aside. In a large bowl combine cream cheese, sugar, salt, and vanilla and mix until it reaches a smooth consistency. Gently fold the cream cheese mixture and whipped cream together. Frost the cake and top with toasted shredded coconut.

POLYNESIAN CAKE



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Make and share this Polynesian Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup oil
2 cups flour
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 (3 1/2 ounce) jars carrots (2nd Stage baby food)
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 (6 1/2 ounce) can pineapple, crushed
1 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degree.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix well by hand (do not use electric mixer).
  • Pour into greased 9x13 pan.
  • bake 40-50 minutes or until set.
  • Serve with whipped cream.

POLYNESIAN WEDDING CAKE



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Make and share this Polynesian Wedding Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by petlover

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 cake, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 cups finely shredded carrots
1 cup chopped nuts
3/4 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped dates (optional) or 1 cup raisins (optional)
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup toasted coconut
3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, using a wooden spoon (do not use a mixer), combine oil and sugar until blended.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients, stirring until well blended.
  • Add shredded carrots, chopped nuts, pineapple and coconut and mix just until combined.
  • Bake for 50 minutes or until top of cake springs back when lightly touched.
  • After cake has cooled, top with cream cheese frosting or serve plain.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting:.
  • Cream together the cream cheese and butter.
  • Add confectioners' sugar, milk, vanilla and most of the toasted coconut. Let cake cool completely and spread frosting on top. Decorate top with toasted coconut, if desired. Variation: Substituting 1 teaspoon of lemon zest for the vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice for the milk will produce a nice lemony frosting.

HAWAIIAN PINEAPPLE PUDDING CAKE RECIPE



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This is a moist and delicious cake that our family loves. One cake mix actually makes two 9 x 13 cakes or one big cake in a jelly roll pan. Perfect for your big family parties!

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15.25 ounce) yellow cake mix (Betty Crocker)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
3 (3.4 ounces each) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
3 1/2 cups milk (cold)
1 1/2 teaspoons coconut extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple (drained and reserve juice for cake)
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups flaked coconut (toasted)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Make cake batter according to package directions adding in the vegetable oil, eggs, and using pineapple juice reserved from crushed pineapple in place of water.
  • Pour into two greased 9 x 13 pans or one greased 18 x 12 jelly roll pan.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool completely.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the pudding mixes, milk, and coconut extract; beat for 2 minutes.
  • Add softened cream cheese and beat well to smooth out all bumps, and then gently stir in pineapple with a spoon.
  • Spread pudding mixture over cooled cake.
  • Mix together whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until thick.
  • Spread this over the pudding layer.
  • To toast the coconut, spread it on a cookie sheet and bake at 325 for 5 to 10 minutes until barely browned.
  • Sprinkle cooled coconut over the top of the cake.
  • Chill cake for about 2 hours or until ready to serve.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before starting, ensure all ingredients are measured and ready. 
  • Cake Baking: Bake cakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Pineapple Filling: Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If using canned, drain and rinse thoroughly.
  • Coconut Cream Layer: Chill coconut milk overnight for a thicker consistency.
  • Whipped Cream Topping: Whip cream until stiff peaks form.

Conclusion:

The Polynesian Party Cake is a delightful dessert that combines tropical flavors and a moist cake texture. With its layers of pineapple filling, coconut cream, and whipped topping, this cake is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. Its vibrant colors and exotic flavors make it a perfect centerpiece for a Polynesian-themed event. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

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