Description
Indulge in this delightful Hummingbird Cake, a classic Southern dessert that features moist layers made with ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and crunchy pecans, all topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for special occasions or family gatherings, this tropical-flavored cake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
3 large eggs, beaten
1 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas
1 cup chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the beaten eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue beating until creamy.
- Assemble the cake by spreading frosting between the layers, then over the top and sides. Garnish with chopped pecans.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
The cake can be made in advance and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
- Calories: 480 kcal
Keywords: Hummingbird Cake, Southern dessert, tropical cake, banana cake, pineapple cake, cream cheese frosting, moist cake recipe, special occasion dessert