Introduction:
This Hummingbird Cake Recipe is a delicious tropical-inspired dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Filled with bananas, pineapple, pecans, and a hint of cinnamon, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re looking for a dessert to impress your guests or simply satisfy your sweet tooth, this Hummingbird Cake is the perfect choice.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 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 the oven to 350°F and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the oil, eggs, vanilla, pineapple, bananas, and pecans to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the cream cheese frosting, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and gradually mix in the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost the top of each layer with the cream cheese frosting. Stack the layers on top of each other and frost the sides and top of the cake.
- Decorate with additional pecans or shredded coconut if desired.
- Slice and serve the Hummingbird Cake and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 480 || Carbohydrates: 68g || Protein: 4g || Fat: 22g || Saturated Fat: 5g || Cholesterol: 60mg || Sodium: 240mg || Potassium: 210mg || Fiber: 3g || Sugar: 48g || Vitamin A: 300IU || Vitamin C: 6.2mg || Calcium: 40mg || Iron: 1.5mg