Delicious Hummingbird Cake: A Tropical Southern Treat
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Hummingbird Cake, a Southern delight with tropical notes.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- - Cake pans
- Wire rack
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blend can be used as a substitute.
- 1 Tbsp Baking Soda
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar Reduce for a less sweet cake.
- 1 cup Canola Oil Vegetable or melted coconut oil can be used.
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Opt for pure for best results.
- 3 large Ripe Bananas Mashed, overripe bananas work best.
- 1 8 oz can Crushed Pineapple In juice, drain excess liquid if preferred.
- ¾ cup Shredded Coconut Unsweetened coconut can be used for a less sweet cake.
- 1 cup Chopped Pecans Toasted, can substitute walnuts or omit for nut-free.
For the Frosting
- Cream Cheese Frosting Essential for icing.
For the Garnish
- Toasted Whole Pecans Optional decorative touch.
- Sweetened Coconut Optional decorative touch.
Instructions
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare three 8-inch cake pans with cooking spray and parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, canola oil, large eggs, and pure vanilla extract until fluffy.
- Gently stir in the mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut until mixed.
- Fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients carefully, ensuring no dry flour remains.
- Fold in the toasted pecans if using.
- Divide the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, layer and frost the cake with cream cheese frosting, adding garnishes if desired.
- Optional: Drizzle caramel sauce over the top for added sweetness.
Notes
Use overripe bananas for best results and ensure cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.