Description
Elvis Presley Cake is a delightful tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, blending moist vanilla cake with the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple and a rich cream cheese frosting. This cake captures the essence of Elvis?s favorite flavors, creating a dessert that?s perfect for any occasion?be it family gatherings, celebrations, or just a sweet treat after dinner. The fluffy layers are easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike. With each bite, you?ll experience a burst of flavor that evokes sweet nostalgia, ensuring this cake becomes a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
- Yellow or butter cake mix
- Crushed pineapple (drained)
- Eggs
- Sour cream
- Vanilla extract
- Cream cheese
- Powdered sugar
- Unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and prepare a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, drained pineapple, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For frosting, mix softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar to taste.
- Frost the cooled cake generously and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure your pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg