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Moist Southern Hummingbird Cake From Scratch

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Make the best moist Southern hummingbird cake from scratch! Loaded with pineapple, bananas, and pecans with a rich cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz crushed pineapple undrained
  • 2 cups ripe bananas, mashed about 3 medium bananas
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and tap out any excess flour.
  2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
  3. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, then fold in crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans, ensuring the batter remains thick and lumpy.
  4. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Prepare the frosting while the cakes cool. Beat softened cream cheese and butter in a large bowl on medium speed for 2 minutes until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract until fluffy and smooth.
  6. Spread frosting on top of one completely cooled cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 55g

Notes

Ensure bananas are ripe for the best flavor and moisture. Let cakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.