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Moist Hummingbird Cake Recipe with Creamy Pineapple Banana Frosting

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A moist and flavorful hummingbird cake featuring ripe bananas, pineapple, warm spices, and a creamy pineapple banana frosting that offers a tropical twist on a classic dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (or cake flour for lightness)
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
  • 1 1/2 cups ripe bananas, mashed (about 3 medium bananas)
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 cup ripe banana, mashed
  • 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in mashed bananas and crushed pineapple.
  4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in chopped nuts if using.
  6. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth tops.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
  10. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  11. Fold in mashed banana, crushed pineapple, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until creamy and spreadable.
  12. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread frosting generously, then top with second layer.
  13. Frost the top and sides evenly.
  14. Chill cake in refrigerator for 30 minutes to set frosting before slicing.

Notes

Drain pineapple well to avoid soggy cake. Fold batter gently to keep crumb light. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. Chill frosting if too soft before spreading. Toast nuts lightly for extra flavor. Cake tastes better the next day as flavors meld. Can be made gluten-free or vegan with substitutions.

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