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Hummingbird Cake

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A delightful banana-pineapple cake with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 2 cups mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Cream cheese frosting (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Add the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Fold in the crushed pineapple, mashed bananas, and chopped nuts.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove and cool on wire racks.
  8. Frost with cream cheese frosting before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using very ripe bananas. Pairs well with vanilla ice cream or coffee.

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