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70S RETRO
The 70's-Era Cake I'm Bringing to Every Party From Now On
★★★★★
5.0 (310)|(2 Reviews)Pistachio pudding cake with lemon-lime soda, topped with fluffy Dream Whip pineapple pistachio frosting.
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By Sara Bir (Recipe Developer)•Published May 7, 2026
⏱ 2 hrs 20 mins (incl. chill)
Simply Recipes / Sara Bir🔥 290 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Vibrant retro pastel green color that delights guests.
- Extremely moist thanks to the instant pudding mix.
70S RETRO
The 70's-Era Cake I'm Bringing to Every Party From Now On
A charming 1970s conversation piece: white cake mix combined with instant pistachio pudding and 7-Up soda, baked into an emerald green sponge and topped with pineapple-pistachio whipped topping. Difficulty: Easy.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time35 mins
Total Time2 hrs 20 mins (incl. chill)
Servings12 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix & 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda (7-Up or Sprite) & 3 large eggs & 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- Frosting: 1 envelope Dream Whip, 1 cup cold milk, 1 box pistachio pudding, 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple drained
- Chopped salted pistachios for topping
Directions
1
Mix and bake cake
Beat cake mix, pudding mix, soda, eggs, and oil 2 minutes. Bake in bundt or 9x13 pan at 350°F for 30–35 minutes. Cool.
2
Whip pineapple frosting
Beat Dream Whip, milk, and pudding mix until thick. Fold in drained pineapple. Spread over cooled cake.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly in a sieve so the frosting holds its fluffy peaks.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories290 kcal
Protein3g
Carbs44g
Total Fat12g
Sodium: 310mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
