Almost A Symphony Cake Recipe

Name: Almost A Symphony Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box yellow cake mix; 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese; 2 c. milk; 1 small pkg. vanilla instant pudding; 4 bananas; 2 c. sugar; 1 large can crushed pineapple; 1 container Cool Whip; chopped cherries; chopped pecans; coconut

Servings: persons

1
Mix cake mix according to directions, using milk instead of water. Bake in large oblong pan (9 x 13-inch). When cake is done, take out of oven and punch holes in it using a straw.
2
Have the sugar and pineapple with juice come to a boil.
3
Pour this on hot cake.
4
Let cake cool completely.
5
Mix cream cheese with mixer and slowly add the cold milk and vanilla pudding mix.
6
Spread this on cool cake and let cool in refrigerator a few minutes so pudding will set.
7
When set, cover cake completely with sliced bananas. Cover bananas with Cool Whip. Sprinkle with chopped cherries, pecans and coconut. Refrigerate several hours before serving.

768

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 box yellow cake mix, 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, 2 c. milk, 1 small pkg. vanilla instant pudding, and more.

Yes, Almost A Symphony Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almost A Symphony Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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