This Southern classic is a moist and flavorful cake bursting with ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and warm spices — all crowned with a luscious cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of chopped pecans. It’s a rich and comforting dessert, perfect for holidays, potlucks, or Sunday dinners.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup vegetable oil
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
– 2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 large)
– 1 cup chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 cups powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)
Instructions
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