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air fryer pina colada cake: Moist golden air fryer pina colada cake slice with coconut and pineapple visible in the tender crumb.

Golden Air Fryer Pina Colada Cake - Tropical & Tender

Chef Marcus
Transport your kitchen to the tropics with this moist Air-Fryer-Baking-Sweets recipe that's incredibly simple to make. Ready in a flash with minimal cleanup.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • 6-inch Round Cake Pan

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 box pina colada cake mix 15.25 oz box
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut plus extra for topping

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the pina colada cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and drained crushed pineapple until just combined, then gently fold in the shredded coconut.
  • Pour the batter into a greased 6-inch round cake pan that fits comfortably in your air fryer basket.
  • Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with moist crumbs.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Optional: Top with a simple glaze of powdered sugar and pineapple juice or extra coconut flakes before serving.
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