Description
Elvis Presley Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert combining a classic white cake soaked with a sweet pineapple mixture, layered with creamy cream cheese frosting, and generously topped with crunchy pecans. This southern-inspired treat is perfect for special occasions or anytime you crave a rich, fruity cake with a delightful nutty finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 White Cake Mix (prepared as per package directions)
Pineapple Mixture
- 8 oz can Crushed Pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- ½ cup Butter, softened
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 3 cups Crushed Pecans (divided into 2 cups for frosting and 1 cup for garnish)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare the white cake according to the package instructions in your desired cake pan. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely before proceeding.
- Prepare Cake for Soaking: Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly throughout the entire surface of the cooled cake. This will allow the pineapple mixture to seep deeply into the cake for maximum flavor.
- Make Pineapple Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the crushed pineapple with its juice, granulated sugar, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir the mixture while heating it over medium heat until it reaches a boil.
- Soak the Cake: Pour the hot pineapple mixture evenly over the cooled cake, ensuring it fills the holes and soaks the cake thoroughly.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add in the powdered sugar and the remaining ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Pecans into Frosting: Stir in 2 cups of crushed pecans to the frosting mixture until evenly distributed.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese and pecan frosting evenly over the pineapple-soaked cake.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of crushed pecans over the top of the frosted cake to add a crunchy texture and decorative finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 6 hours or ideally overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set perfectly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use a cake pan size recommended on the cake mix box, usually 9×13 inches.
- The cake is best served chilled, and leftovers should be kept refrigerated to maintain freshness.
- You can toast the pecans lightly for added flavor before incorporating into the frosting and garnish.
- Make sure the cake is completely cooled before pouring the hot pineapple mixture to prevent it from melting the frosting later.
- This recipe can be adapted by using a homemade white cake batter if preferred.
