Description
Indulge in this moist and flavorful Hummingbird Cake, featuring ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and crunchy pecans, all enveloped in rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any celebration!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, combine the mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well incorporated.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Stir in the chopped toasted pecans.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in pans before transferring to wire racks.
- In a bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and continue to mix until creamy. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Once cakes are completely cool, generously frost between layers and on top with cream cheese frosting. Decorate with additional pecans or fresh fruit if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider adding shredded coconut or substituting walnuts for pecans. Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing results.