Description

Moist, fruity, and topped with a dreamy cream cheese frosting — this Elvis Presley Cake is a nostalgic Southern dessert you’ll fall head over heels for! Made with crushed pineapple, a soft cake base, and a rich pecan-studded frosting, it’s the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and creamy in every bite.

Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, planning a birthday party, or simply craving a comforting homemade treat, this easy pineapple cake recipe promises to steal the spotlight.

Quick to prepare with a box of cake mix but full of homemade flavor, it’s a timeless crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again

Ingredients

1 box (15.25 oz) pineapple cake mix
(or substitute yellow or white cake mix if preferred)
Ingredients listed on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple in 100% juice (do not drain)
1 cup granulated white sugar

For the Frosting:

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (preferably alcohol-free for halal)
3 cups powdered sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, prepare the cake batter according to the instructions on the box (usually by adding eggs, oil, and water).
Stir in the crushed pineapple (with its juice) and 1 cup of sugar until fully combined.
Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.

Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
Fold in the chopped pecans.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Garnish with extra chopped pecans if desired.
Chill the cake for about 15–30 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts

Notes

Pineapple Substitution: If you don’t have pineapple cake mix, a simple white or yellow cake mix works perfectly. The crushed pineapple adds all the tropical flavor you need.
Make It Nut-Free: Allergic to nuts or prefer a smoother texture? You can skip the chopped pecans in the frosting — the cake will still be deliciously creamy and sweet.
Better the Next Day: This cake actually tastes even better after resting overnight! The frosting soaks into the cake, making every bite even more moist and flavorful.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg