Introduction:
This Hummingbird Cake recipe is a southern classic that is sure to impress your friends and family. With a delicious blend of bananas, pineapple, and pecans, this moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any special occasion or dessert. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add eggs, oil, vanilla, pineapple, bananas, and pecans; stir until blended.
- Pour batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add vanilla and gradually beat in powdered sugar until creamy.
- Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Garnish with pecans if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious Hummingbird Cake!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 540 || Total Fat: 25g || Saturated Fat: 8g || Cholesterol: 75mg || Sodium: 240mg || Total Carbohydrates: 75g || Dietary Fiber: 2g || Sugars: 53g || Protein: 5g