Elvis Presley Cake is a delicious dessert that pays homage to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll! It typically features a moist, sweet cake made with a combination of banana, pineapple, and nuts, reflecting Elvis’s favorite flavors. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
For the Topping:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Topping: In another bowl, mix the powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, whipped topping, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese mixture over the top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares and serve. You can also garnish with extra nuts or banana slices if desired.
This cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any Elvis fan! Enjoy!