Surprise Pound Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 55 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Surprise Pound Cake offers a moist, flavorful treat with hints of pineapple, coconut, and nuts, making it perfect for gatherings or casual desserts. Its tender crumb and tropical flavors appeal to all ages, delivering a delightful surprise in every slice.

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Ingredients

  • 1 box Duncan Hines moist Deluxe cake mix
  • 1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 1 cup shredded coconut

Instructions

  1. Follow the directions on the cake mix box to prepare the batter.
  2. Drain the crushed pineapple and save the juice.
  3. Add water to the pineapple juice to make one cup.
  4. Add the pineapple juice mixture to the batter, then incorporate the remaining ingredients.
  5. Mix well and pour the batter into a tube pan.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 60 minutes.
  7. Cool the cake on a rack before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

235 kcal 12% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.8g 6% DV
Total Fat 15.9g 20% DV
Carbs 22.8g 8% DV
Fiber 2.5g 9% DV
Sugar 1.6g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 5.3mg
Potassium 292.5mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1mcg
Vitamin C 2.7mg 3% DV
Calcium 17.8mg 1% DV
Iron 1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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