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Southern Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake

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A warm, moist Southern layer cake blending bright pineapple and toasty pecans under rich cream cheese frosting.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk, as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl: flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the wet ingredients: butter, eggs, and vanilla, and beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  4. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  8. Make the frosting by beating the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  9. Sweeten with powdered sugar and vanilla, adjusting with milk for consistency.
  10. Assemble the cake by layering and frosting between the cooled layers, then chill for at least 30 minutes.

Notes

Toast the pecans for enhanced flavor. Ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting.

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