Description
A classic Southern dessert packed with bananas, pineapple, and pecans, topped with rich cream cheese frosting. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the cake:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium bananas)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- For the cream cheese frosting:
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 (16-ounce) package powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add eggs, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy.
- Frost between layers, on top, and sides of the cooled cake. Garnish with chopped pecans.
Notes
Store cake in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For best flavor, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.