Pineapple Cake Bars

 

Soft, buttery cake bars topped with sweet, juicy pineapple — simple, moist, and perfect for dessert or tea time!

 Ingredients

For the Cake Base:

• 1 box yellow cake mix
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Pineapple Layer:

• 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (reserve 2 tablespoons juice)
• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice

Optional Topping:

• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Whipped cream

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the crust:
   In a bowl, mix cake mix, eggs, and melted butter until combined.
   Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Prepare pineapple filling:
   Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
   Add vanilla and reserved pineapple juice, mix well.
   Fold in the drained crushed pineapple.
4. Assemble:
   Spread the pineapple mixture evenly over the crust.
5. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until set and lightly golden on top.
6. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
7. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Tips

• For extra tropical flavor, add ½ cup shredded coconut.
• Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.
• Store in the fridge up to 4 days.