Tennessee Hummingbird Cake

The Hummingbird Cake is believed to have originated in Jamaica and was named after the island’s national bird, the hummingbird.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Tennessee Hummingbird Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 5400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Canola oil
• 3 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup Crushed pineapple, drained
• 1.5 cup Ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup Chopped pecans
• 1 package Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Add the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
4. Fold in the crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
8. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
10. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
11. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
12. Repeat with the remaining cake layers and frosting, finishing with a layer of frosting on top.
13. Decorate with additional chopped pecans, if desired.
14. Allow the cake to rest for at least 1 hour before serving.
15. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22g34%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.