Pineapple Dream Cake with Cake Mix

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and reserved pineapple juice.
2. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple using a spatula until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the cake fluffy.
3. Pour batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean and the edges are golden brown.
4. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until velvety and pale.
5. Gradually sift in the powdered sugar and add vanilla extract, beating on low then high until fluffy.
6. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture to maintain the air.
7. Spread the whipped cream mixture in a thick, even layer over the completely cooled cake.
8. Sprinkle toasted coconut across the top and garnish with cherry halves and fresh pineapple chunks.
9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set the layers before slicing.