Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup vegetable oil
– 4 large eggs
– 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
– 1 cup whipped topping (for frosting)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer (handheld or stand)
– 9×13 inch baking dish
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick things off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it’s warming up, grab a large mixing bowl and whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. This dry mixture is the foundation of our glorious cake. In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, crushed pineapple (with juice), and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix and combine them with your electric mixer for about two minutes until you have a smooth batter. Trust me, the aroma is already starting to bring back memories of bright summer days! (See the next page below to continue steps…)