Humming Bird Cake and Frosting

Delight your taste buds with this classic Southern-inspired Hummingbird Cake and Cream Cheese Frosting, a moist, flavorful dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This show-stopping cake combines the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple and ripe bananas with the crunch of chopped pecans, all perfectly spiced with cinnamon. Layered with a luscious cream cheese frosting that’s smooth, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, this cake is a celebration-worthy treat. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any time you crave something special, this easy-to-follow recipe yields three tender cake layers that are sure to impress. Garnish with extra pecans for a stunning finishing touch. With its rich flavors and stunning presentation, this Hummingbird Cake will quickly become your go-to dessert for gatherings or simply indulging at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 Large eggs
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Crushed pineapple (drained)
• 2 cups Mashed ripe bananas
• 1 cup Chopped pecans
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and lightly flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 4

Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until moistened.

Step 5

Fold in the drained crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 8

Cool the cakes in their pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and softened butter in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined and smooth.

Step 11

Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 12

Assemble the cake by spreading a layer of frosting between each cake layer, then frost the top and sides of the cake.

Step 13

If desired, garnish the top with additional chopped pecans.

Step 14

Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to allow the frosting to set.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2865.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10099.6

Total Fat 524.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 152.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 137.8g
Cholesterol 1045.4mg	0%
Sodium 3400.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1336.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.2g	0%
Total Sugars 972.2g
Protein 92.8g	0%

Vitamin D 178.3IU	0%
Calcium 583.7mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 3581.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 51.2%