19 Cakes That Taste Like Pure Sunshine

This group of cakes brings together banana classics, tropical flavors, and creative twists made with coconut, pineapple, mango, and more. Each recipe offers a blend of soft textures, comforting sweetness, and inventive formats like icebox layers, poke fillings, and skillet styles. Several use simple techniques such as slow cooking, cake mix shortcuts, or Instant Pot methods. Together they deliver fresh takes on familiar favorites.

Banana Bread Crumb Cake

A slice of banana cake with white icing drizzled on top, served on a plate with banana slices. — Banana Bread Crumb Cake. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

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This cake blends banana bread flavor with a tender crumb topping. The interior stays soft and moist. The crumb layer adds a touch of sweetness. Each slice feels warm and comforting.
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Banana Cake Roll

A thin banana cake is rolled with creamy filling inside. The texture stays soft and flexible. Each slice displays a pleasing spiral pattern. The flavor is smooth, sweet, and balanced.
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Banana Caramel Cake

Iced banana cake with pecans on top. — Banana Caramel Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Caramel blends with banana to create a rich flavor. The cake remains soft and moist. A caramel layer or drizzle adds extra sweetness. Each slice delivers a smooth, warm taste.
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Banana Icebox Cake

This chilled cake layers banana with creamy filling. The texture softens as it rests in the refrigerator. Each layer blends into a smooth, cool bite. It makes a refreshing warm weather dessert.
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Banana Olive Oil Cake with Mexican Chocolate Ganache

A slice of banana cake topped with chocolate icing and chopped walnuts, served on a plate with a fork. — Banana Olive Oil Cake with Mexican Chocolate Ganache. Photo credit: Parsley & Parm.

Banana and olive oil create a soft and fragrant crumb. The chocolate ganache adds a hint of spice. Each slice feels rich without being heavy. The blend of flavors gives it a modern twist.
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Banana Split Ice Box Cake

This layered cake captures classic banana split flavors. Fruit, cream, and chocolate come together. The texture stays soft from refrigeration. Each bite feels playful and sweet.
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Banana Split Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

Ice cream sandwiches form the base of this cake. Banana split flavors add color and sweetness. Layers stay cool and soft. It serves easily as a fun frozen treat.
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Banana Split Layer Cake

This cake stacks layers filled with banana split components. The crumb stays light. Frosting adds creamy contrast. Each slice shows off bright colors and flavors.
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Banana Split Poke Cake

A slice of layered cake with whipped topping, strawberries, and a cherry sits on a plate, with the rest of the cake in a glass pan nearby. Bananas and strawberries are in the background. — Banana Split Poke Cake. Photo credit: Savvy Mama Lifestyle.

A banana split theme is added to a filled cake. The filling keeps the crumb tender. Toppings offer fruity sweetness. Each piece resembles the classic ice cream treat.
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Buttermilk Banana Cake

Banana-Buttermilk Cake on a platter. — Buttermilk Banana Cake. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Buttermilk gives this cake a soft texture. Banana adds natural sweetness. The crumb stays moist and tender. Each slice feels light and smooth.
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Coconut Bundt Cake

A round bundt cake with white icing and toasted coconut flakes on top, with one slice removed, displayed on a white surface. — Coconut Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

This bundt cake highlights gentle coconut flavor. The crumb stays light and delicate. A glaze may add sweetness. Each slice tastes smooth and tropical.
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Coconut Cream Poke Cake

A slice of yellow cake with white frosting and toasted coconut flakes on a white plate, with a fork beside it. — Coconut Cream Poke Cake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This cake is filled with coconut cream. The filling creates a soft, tender texture. Topping adds extra richness. Each serving offers a creamy coconut taste.
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Eggless Mango Cake

Mango puree gives this cake its flavor and moisture. The crumb stays soft without eggs. Each slice feels fruity and tender. The sweetness remains balanced.
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Instant Pot Mexican Mango Bundt Cake

A slice of bundt cake with light glaze, served with whipped cream, fresh mint, and diced mango on a white plate. — Instant Pot Mexican Mango Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

This cake uses mango flavor and Instant Pot convenience. The texture stays moist. Warm spices add depth. Each slice tastes fruity and smooth.
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Instant Pot Pineapple Upside Down Cake Cheesecake

A pineapple upside-down cake with cherries on top, featuring a creamy layer in the middle, is displayed on a white plate. — Instant Pot Pineapple Upside Down Cake Cheesecake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

This hybrid dessert blends cheesecake with pineapple topping. The Instant Pot keeps it creamy. Pineapple adds sweetness and color. Each slice offers layers of smooth and fruity flavor.
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Old Fashioned Coconut Cake

Round coconut cake with a slice removed, showing white cake layers and frosting, topped with toasted shredded coconut. — Old Fashioned Coconut Cake. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

This cake features a soft crumb with coconut flavor. Frosting adds a creamy finish. The texture stays tender. Each slice feels classic and comforting.
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Pineapple Upside Down Bundt Cake

Classic pineapple topping adorns a bundt shape. The cake stays soft and moist. Pineapple adds sweet flavor. Each slice reveals a pretty ring pattern.
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Pineapple Upside Down Skillet Cake

A small bundt cake topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel sauce, served on a white plate. — Pineapple Upside Down Skillet Cake. Photo credit: Joyfully Mad.

This cake cooks in a skillet for a rustic touch. Pineapple melts into caramelized sweetness. The crumb stays tender. Each slice feels warm and homey.
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Slow Cooker Banana Cake

A slice of banana cake with cream cheese frosting and banana slices on top, being lifted from a baking dish with a spatula. — Slow Cooker Banana Cake. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

A slow cooker keeps this cake soft and moist. Banana adds sweetness. The cake cooks evenly. Each slice stays tender and warm.
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