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Slice of Elvis Presley Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Elvis Presley Cake

Jannah
Elvis Presley Cake. This iconic dessert pays homage to the legendary musician's love for unique flavors. With a moist yellow cake infused with crushed pineapple and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is a true delight for all dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix 432 g or 15.25 oz
  • Ingredients called for on the cake mix box
  • 1 can 16 oz crushed pineapple in juice, undrained (454 g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar 200 g
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2.5 ml
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened (226 g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick, at room temperature (113 g)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar 360 g
  • 1 cup chopped pecans 113 g

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the yellow cake mix box.
  • Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions, adding any additional ingredients required. Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish, and pour the cake batter into the prepared dish.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the crushed pineapple (including the juice), granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Once the cake is done baking, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the surface of the cake.
  • Pour the pineapple mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and room temperature butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until creamy. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  • Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  • Chill the cake until ready to serve. Slice and enjoy the delightful flavors of the Elvis Presley Cake.

Notes

You can enhance the flavor by adding a touch of cinnamon or a sprinkle of nutmeg to the cake batter.
Decorate the top of the cake with additional pecans for an extra touch of elegance.
Keyword Cake, Elvis Presley Cake