Hummingbird Cake
A heart-healthy cake infused with the flavors of banana, pineapple, and toasted pecans, perfect for family gatherings and meal prep.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups All Purpose Flour Creates a tender crumb.
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Provides leavening for a light texture.
- 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda Balances acidity from bananas and pineapples.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances and balances all flavors.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth of flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg Introduces a subtle, nutty warmth.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Enriches the cake’s texture and flavor.
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist and fluffy.
- 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Brings caramel notes to the sweetness.
- 1 cup Granulated White Sugar Balances the sweetness for a perfect flavor.
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic sweetness.
- 3 large Large Eggs Binds ingredients and adds richness.
- 1 cup Mashed Overripe Banana Provides natural sweetness and moisture.
- 1 cup Drained, Crushed Pineapple Adds juicy sweetness and texture.
- 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Offers a crunchy contrast to the soft cake.
Frosting Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese Forms a rich, velvety frosting.
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting with a smooth finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, combine your dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix well.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, oil, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, and pecans until just combined.
Cooking/Assembling
- Divide batter evenly among prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by creaming together the cream cheese and butter until fluffy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Serving
- Once cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter.
- Spread a layer of frosting over the top, then place the second layer on top.
- Repeat with the third layer, and frost the top and sides of the cake as desired.
- Garnish with extra chopped pecans or slices of banana if desired.
- Slice and serve your heart-healthy Hummingbird Cake.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cake layers without frosting for up to 2 months.