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Preacher Cake

Irresistible Preacher Cake with Creamy Frosting Delight

This Preacher Cake combines crushed pineapple and pecans for a delightful, nostalgic dessert perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 can Crushed Pineapple drained
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil can substitute with coconut oil or applesauce
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Pecans chopped, can substitute with walnuts
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese can use vegan cream cheese
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar adjust for sweetness

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed pineapple, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar. Mix until well blended.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, stirring until fully incorporated.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, and pecans. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
  5. Pour the batter into the greased pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
  8. Spread the frosting evenly on the cooled cake, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to avoid a dense texture. Let the cake cool completely before frosting to maintain the fluffy texture.

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