Description
This Hawaiian Roll Bundt Cake is a soft, sweet, and tropical-inspired dessert! 🍍🌺 Packed with flavors of pineapple, coconut, and a touch of vanilla, this bundt cake is perfect for parties, brunches, or just treating yourself to something special.
Ingredients
Cake:
- 🍞 1 package Hawaiian rolls (about 12 rolls), torn into pieces
- 🥛 1 cup whole milk
- 🍬 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 🥥 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 🍍 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 🥚 3 large eggs
- 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 🍂 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Glaze:
- 🍬 1 cup powdered sugar
- 🥥 2 tablespoons coconut milk (or regular milk)
- 🍋 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 🍍 Pineapple chunks or shredded coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan thoroughly and set aside.
- Prepare the cake base:
- Place torn Hawaiian roll pieces in a large mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture over the rolls and gently toss to coat.
- Add tropical flavors:
- Mix in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut (if using).
- Transfer to the bundt pan:
- Evenly spread the mixture into the prepared bundt pan.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and glaze:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before flipping it onto a serving plate.
- Whisk together powdered sugar, coconut milk, and lemon juice to create the glaze. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Garnish with pineapple chunks or shredded coconut for an extra tropical touch.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a handful of white chocolate chips to the cake mix.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitute coconut milk with almond milk or heavy cream if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Hawaiian-Inspired
Keywords: Hawaiian Roll Bundt Cake, Tropical Bundt Cake, Pineapple Cake, Coconut Cake Recipe, Sweet Dessert Ideas