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Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake: A Delightful Sweet Treat

A delightful sweet treat featuring a moist cake made with crushed pineapple and topped with a creamy frosting and pecans.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple with juice
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped pecans for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and eggs.
  3. Add the crushed pineapple (with juice), vanilla, and pecans. Mix until just combined.
  4. Pour into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
  7. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  8. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
  9. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  10. Sprinkle with chopped pecans on top.
  11. Chill for at least 30 minutes before slicing for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
  • Chilling the cake enhances the texture of the frosting.

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