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Autumn-inspired layered cake adorned with creamy swirls and sprinkled pecans, set against a rustic backdrop with vibrant pumpkins and fall leaves.

Banana, Pineapple, and Pecan Layered Cake

A luscious layered cake blending tropical flavors of banana and pineapple, accented with crunchy pecans and complemented by a light cream cheese filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling and Assembly 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 0
Calories 9396 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • Cake Pans
  • Cooling Racks

Ingredients
  

Cake:

  • 3 1/4 cups cake flour Cake flour has less protein than all-purpose flour, so you often need a bit more to achieve the same structure.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas about 4 medium-sized bananas
  • 1 can 8 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Light Cream Cheese Filling:

  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tbsp milk adjust to reach desired consistency

Instructions
 

For the Cake:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
  • Add the eggs, oil, and vanilla to the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
  • Fold in the mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, and pecans.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Light Cream Cheese Filling:

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the confectioners' sugar and beat until well combined.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

Assembling the Cake:

  • Once the cakes have completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
  • Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese filling over the top.
  • Place the second cake layer on top and repeat with more filling.
  • Finally, add the third cake layer and spread the remaining filling over the top and around the sides of the cake.
  • Garnish with additional chopped pecans if desired. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the filling set.

Nutrition

Calories: 9396kcalCarbohydrates: 1297gProtein: 90gFat: 451gSaturated Fat: 108gPolyunsaturated Fat: 170gMonounsaturated Fat: 146gTrans Fat: 5gCholesterol: 739mgSodium: 2497mgPotassium: 2637mgFiber: 35gSugar: 923gVitamin A: 3913IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 347mgIron: 12mg
Keyword Banana, Cream Cheese Filling, Decadent, Decadent Dessert, Homemade, Layered Cake, Pineapple, Tropical
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