Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
3 cup

flour

2 cup

sugar

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

soda

1 tsp

cinnamon

1.5 cup

oil

3 unit

eggs

beaten

1.5 tsp

vanilla

1.5 cup

crushed pineapple

1.5 cup

mashed bananas

mashed

1 cup

chopped pecans

chopped

8 oz

cream cheese

0.5 stick

oleo

1 lb

powdered sugar

1 unit

milk

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~7 min

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, soda, and cinnamon.

Step 3
~7 min

Add oil, beaten eggs, and vanilla; mix well.

Step 4
~7 min

Stir in crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped pecans.

Step 5
~7 min

Pour batter into a greased and floured cake pan.

Step 6
~7 min

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7
~7 min

Let cool completely.

Step 8
~7 min

Prepare cream cheese frosting by mixing cream cheese, oleo, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 9
~7 min

Frost the cake between layers, on the sides, and on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.

Toast the pecans for a deeper nutty taste.

Chill the cake before frosting for easier application.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert for celebrations and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday
Holiday
Potluck

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Holiday
Potluck
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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