Delicious Hummingbird Cake With Cake Mix Ideas

Today, we’re diving into the delightful world of Hummingbird Cake, a beloved Southern dessert that’s sure to tickle your taste buds! This cake is a scrumptious blend of bananas, pineapple, and pecans, all frosted with a luscious cream cheese icing. Perfect for any gathering, this cake not only tastes incredible but also brings a beautiful touch to your table. Let’s get baking!

Hummingbird Cake

Below is a gorgeous image of what our masterpiece will look like. Let’s get started with the ingredients and the steps to create this sweet delight!

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup chopped pecans
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the oil, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans.
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and well blended.
Once the cakes are completely cool, spread frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
Garnish with additional pecans if desired, and slice to serve!

Enjoy this moist and flavorful Hummingbird Cake, a true treat that will enchant your palate and leave your friends and family asking for seconds!