Southern Charm Cake
A deliciously moist cake featuring pineapple, bananas, and pecans, perfect for any occasion, with a classic Southern touch.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 30 minutesServes: 12
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
3 large eggs, beaten
1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
2 cups mashed ripe bananas
1 cup chopped pecans
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Add eggs and oil, mixing until just moistened. Stir in vanilla, pineapple, bananas, and pecans. Mix well.
4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes, then remove from pans to cool completely.
7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
8. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake.
9. Garnish with additional chopped pecans if desired.
Storage
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating
Allow the cake to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
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