16 Recipes That Prove Pineapple and Coconut Are a Match Made in Dessert Heaven

Pineapple coconut dessert recipes

Nothing like that melt-in-your-mouth flavor combo of pineapple and coconut to get your taste buds salivating! Pies, cakes, trifles, and more, you can get these magical flavors in so many delicious ways. No need to ever limit yourself (or your stomach). Scroll down to see some of our favorite dreamy pineapple and coconut dessert recipes.

Hawaiian Pie

Hawaiian Pie

“Made this for dessert this evening and I must say it was one of the quickest desserts I've ever put together! So simple to make but oh so good. My Mom ate a second piece lol. Will definitely be a go to dessert recipe. Thanks for posting!” - Victoria
The Original "Easiest Pineapple Cake"

The Original "Easiest Pineapple Cake"

“My new favorite cake! I had a piece warm, fresh out of the oven with coffee, HEAVEN! The cake is just as good cooled too.” - Deb
Hawaiian Dream Trifle

Hawaiian Dream Trifle

“I love the combined flavors of pineapple, toasted coconut, and macadamia nuts. I combined these flavors with angel food cake and coconut cream pudding for a light ‘tropical’ dessert.” - Susan
Dang Good Pie

Dang Good Pie

“This is just the most! My husband loved it. He had two pieces last night and for lunch and I am sure he will eat the rest tonight.” - Jackie
Pina Colada Cupcakes

Pina Colada Cupcakes

“These are fabulous semi-homemade cupcakes that taste just like a pina colada. The cupcake itself has pineapple added to it which makes the cupcake very moist. Rum extract adds to the flavor. Rum and coconut extracts are added to the frosting giving it a tropical drink flavor. Topped with a little coconut makes this a fun party cupcake." - Kitchen Crew
Best Carrot Cake

Best Carrot Cake

“I wanted a homemade carrot cake and your recipe was my first choice - and let me tell you it was the best carrot cake I have ever had and the icing OMG - I give you 5 stars plus!” - Melissa
Pina Colada Cake

Pina Colada Cake

“What a delicious cake! I made this cake to take to a neighborhood gathering and everyone enjoyed it. The cream of coconut is awesome and combined with the pineapple, it really makes a wonderfully moist and delicious dessert. The cake is easy to make and it serves a lot of people. Will be making this again for sure.” - Daily Inspiration
Cream Cheese Glazed Carrot Cake Bread Pudding Recipe

Cream Cheese Glazed Carrot Cake Bread Pudding Recipe

“Soft and moist inside with a crispy and crunchy top, this Cream Cheese Glazed Carrot Cake Bread Pudding Recipe is packed with traditional carrot cake flavors!” - Paula
Pina Colada Sherbet

Pina Colada Sherbet

“A simple sherbet recipe perfect for summertime! This truly has all the flavors of a pina colada. It's cool, creamy and refreshing with small chunks of pineapple and a hint of coconut. Topped with pineapple and a cherry, it's a fun dessert for a summer party.” - Kitchen Crew
Tropical Pound Cake

Tropical Pound Cake

“This was a big hit for dinner last night everyone loved it.” - Linda
Cajun Cake

Cajun Cake

“Yum! This is a warm, gooey, old-fashioned cake everyone will love. Betty comes from the heart of Cajun country where I bet this cake is found on every potluck dessert table. The cake itself is easy to make, spongy, and has bits of pineapple in every bite. The icing is thick, sugary and full of coconut and pecans. It's a tad time consuming, but pure yumminess! When it cools, it becomes harder and tastes almost like a praline.” - Kitchen Crew
Orange Dreamsicle Cake

Orange Dreamsicle Cake

“This was a big hit! Whole family loved it. The frosting reminded me of ambrosia. Next time I'll add some mandarin oranges to the filling between the layers.” - Teri
Snowballs

Snowballs

“These snowballs are a delicious refrigerated dessert made with vanilla wafers, pineapple filling, Dream Whip, and coconut.” - Alice
Hummingbird Cake

Hummingbird Cake

“This hummingbird cake uses a cake mix as its base so it's easy for a baker of any level to prepare. Hummingbird cakes are typically a layered cake, and we love how this is a sheet cake version. It has wonderful flavors of pineapple and banana with notes of cinnamon throughout. Crunchy pecans and a creamy cream cheese frosting are a nice contrast. It's an easy and delicious semi-homemade cake that is perfect for springtime.” - Kitchen Crew
Grilled Pineapple Napoleons With Coconut Caramel Sauce

Grilled Pineapple Napoleons With Coconut Caramel Sauce

“I made up this recipe by using different components of other recipes that I have seen and the end result was the most delish, delicate, divine grilled dessert. The grilled phyllo dough gives this recipe a nice crunchy texture while the warm cinnamon grilled pineapple is so juicy. The coconut caramel sauce is to die for and really takes this dessert to the next level. Top it off with some whipped cream! YUM!” - Leah
Pineapple Mandarin Orange Dump Cake

Pineapple Mandarin Orange Dump Cake

“I was craving a dump cake and searched my pantry to see what I had on hand. I always have pineapple and mandarin oranges. Usually, I have yellow cake mix, but I only had a pineapple one. I decided it would be a Hawaiian dump cake with all the flavors I love...pineapple, orange, and coconut. Yumm!” - Dee