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Southern Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake Recipe

This Southern Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake is the ultimate treat for anyone who loves rich, moist cakes with a hint of tropical flavor and a creamy finish. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is bound to steal the spotlight!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

3 large eggs

1 cup crushed pineapple with juice

1 cup chopped pecans

½ cup vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, beat eggs, then add pineapple, oil, and vanilla. Mix well.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in pecans.
  4. Pour batter into greased 9-inch pans. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes.
  5. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  6. Frost the cake, decorate with pineapple and pecans. Chill, slice, and serve!

Notes

For a fresh twist, try using fresh pineapple. Store leftovers in the fridge to keep the cake fresh.

  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes