🍰 1. Bake the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, crushed pineapple (with juice), oil, eggs, and vanilla.
3. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
4. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Cool the cakes completely before assembling.

🍍 2. Prepare Pineapple Custard:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine crushed pineapple (with juice), sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a custard-like consistency (about 5–7 minutes).
3. Let the filling cool completely.

🍮 3. Make the Vanilla Glaze:

1. Whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
2. The glaze should be thick but pourable. Add more milk if too stiff.

🍽️ 4. Assemble the Cake:

1. Place the first cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread the pineapple custard evenly over the top.
3. Place the second cake layer on top and gently press down.
4. Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.

🍒 5. Garnish:

1. Top the cake with pineapple chunks.
2. Optionally, sprinkle with toasted coconut or drizzle with caramel glaze.