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Slice of Elvis Presley Cake topped with cream cheese frosting and crushed pecans on a white plate
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Elvis Presley Cake

A delightful dessert combining crushed pineapple and cream cheese frosting, inspired by the King of Rock 'n' Roll.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Pan
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients

Cake Ingredients

  • 1 box White Cake Mix
  • 1 can (8 oz) Crushed Pineapple with juice
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract for pineapple mixture

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 oz) Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract for frosting
  • 3 cups Crushed Pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, crushed pineapple (with juice), granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and spreadable.
  • Once the cake has completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly on top. Sprinkle with crushed pecans for the final touch.
  • Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your homemade Elvis Presley Cake!

Notes

This cake pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg