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Southern Creamy Pineapple Pecan Cake

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A classic Southern cake with a moist pineapple-infused crumb, crunchy pecans, and rich cream cheese frosting. This pineapple pecan cake is comforting yet festive, perfect for potlucks, holidays, or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained

1 cup chopped pecans

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

Additional chopped pecans, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to butter mixture, alternating with crushed pineapple. Mix until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
  5. Divide batter evenly between pans and bake 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. For frosting: beat cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
  8. Assemble cake: place one layer on a serving plate, spread frosting, then top with the second layer. Frost top and sides. Garnish with chopped pecans.
  9. Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.

Notes

Swap pecans for walnuts or add shredded coconut for a tropical twist.

Reduce sugar slightly for a lighter cake—pineapple adds natural sweetness.

Make as a sheet cake for easy serving at gatherings.

Add a splash of rum extract to the frosting for a festive version.

Chilling the cake deepens flavors and helps it slice cleanly.

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