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Southern Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake

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A moist, tender cake layered with sweet crushed pineapple and toasted pecans, topped with silky cream cheese frosting.

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, at room temperature
  • 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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Add the softened butter, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and beat until smooth.
  4. Fold in the drained crushed pineapple and chopped pecans gently.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes 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 cream cheese and butter until smooth, then adding powdered sugar and milk.
  9. Assemble the cake by frosting between the layers and on top and sides.
  10. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to avoid sogginess. Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor.

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Keywords: cake, pineapple, pecan, southern dessert, cream cheese frosting

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