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Elvis Presley Cake Recipe (Jailhouse Rock Cake)

  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

A creamy, nutty, pineapple-infused dessert that’s fit for The King himself! Perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving something sweet.


Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1½ cups chopped pecans
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
  • Extra pecan halves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
  2. Prepare cake batter according to box instructions, bake, and cool completely.
  3. Spread drained crushed pineapple over the cooled cake.
  4. Beat cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding powdered sugar. Fold in whipped topping.
  5. Spread frosting over the pineapple layer. Sprinkle with chopped pecans and garnish with pecan halves.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, drizzle reserved pineapple juice over the cake before frosting.
  • Toast the pecans for a deeper nutty flavor.