Add a flavorful dose of Pineapple to your coconut cake, yellow cake, or white cake recipes with this easy cooked Pineapple Filling!
With just three simple ingredients and wonderful pineapple flavor, this filling is sure to become a favorite.
Drain pineapple juice into a small saucepan. Add sugar and cornstarch and then whisk to combine. Cook over medium-low heat until dissolved and syrup begins to thicken (about 5 minutes).
Why We Love It
- Simple pineapple cake filling recipe with just a few ingredients
- This cooked filling thickens to a great spreading consistency for sandwiching between layers.
- Works perfectly with so many cakes! Weve used it in our Piña Colada Cake, Elvis Presley Cake, and Pineapple Coconut Cake.
No-Bake Pineapple Filling Alternative
In addition to this delicious pineapple cake filling, we have another great option that we love which is no-bake. This Pineapple & Cream Filling is a recipe that we have used in a few of our recipes, including our Pineapple Cake and Orange Pineapple Cake.
This filling is an easy combination of instant vanilla pudding and heavy cream, with crushed pineapple folded in. It has a thick, full consistency. We love both recipes.
We have many more delicious Pineapple Cakes to share with you! In addition to the recipes mentioned above, our Hummingbird Cake, Carrot Cake, and Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake are always a favorite. Thanks so much for stopping by.
If you give our pineapple filling a try, we would love for you to leave a comment and photo below!
Here are a few more cakes with pineapple for you to keep on your “must-bake” list!
How to Juice Pineapple Skin
FAQ
How do you thicken pineapple juice without cornstarch?
Can you thicken pineapple juice with cornstarch?
How do you thicken fruit juice for syrup?
How do you make fresh pineapple juice taste better?
Salt & Black pepper: it may sound a little odd, but it really works to add that “something extra” to the fresh pineapple juice. Coconut water: coconut pineapple juice is super tropical. The coconut water dilutes the juice mixture while adding flavor.
What is the best way to eat pineapple?
As with other fruits, pineapple can also be served in various forms of healthy food or drink. There are several ways to consume pineapple so that the benefits are not lost. Processed into fresh fruit juice is a common method. Pineapple juice is not only refreshing but also provides optimal pineapple benefits. Pineapple contains enzymes that are easily damaged when cooked so cooking them might be an option to help meat tender. Pineapple fruit can also be consumed directly. Be sure to peel the skin off the fruit thoroughly and wash it. Then the pineapple can be directly cut into small pieces and eaten directly
How do you use a pineapple juicer?
Pour your pineapple juice into a tall chilled glass and garnish with pineapple wedges. Pour your juice over ice and add a straw if you prefer. Put your pineapple chunks into the top of your fruit juicer. Make sure your juicer is clean before use and always follow instructions. Load your juicer until it’s full or you have run out of pineapple.
How do you thicken fruit juice?
Cook the fruit juice on the stove top over medium heat until it’s thick and bubbly. Pour the fruit juice mixture into a pan or pot and bring the heat to medium. Stir the fruit juice as it heats up and watch for bubbles to start forming in the juice. These bubbles mean that the juice is thickening.