Try this amazing recipe for Hummingbird Cake that is incredibly delicious and moist. Made with a combination of ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, pecans, and a delectable cream cheese frosting, this cake is a true delight. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or simply to enjoy with a cup of coffee. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible Hummingbird Cake!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas
- 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans for garnish
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Add eggs, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Stir in mashed bananas, crushed pineapple (with juice), and chopped pecans.
- Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat the butter and cream cheese together until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined and smooth.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top.
- Repeat with the remaining layers, stacking them on top of each other and frosting in between.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
- Garnish with chopped pecans for added crunch and decoration.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Slice and serve this delicious Hummingbird Cake to impress your guests!