Description
This Elvis Presley Cake combines the rich flavors of banana and pineapple with a creamy frosting for a delicious twist on traditional cake. It’s perfect for parties or a sweet treat any day!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, water, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Gently fold in the mashed bananas.
- Bake Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Make Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until fluffy. Stir in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
- Frost Cake: Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
- Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy this rockin’ dessert!
Notes
This Elvis Presley Cake is a delightful dessert that combines banana and pineapple flavors with a creamy frosting. Perfect for parties or as a sweet treat for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
