Best 7 Perfect Chop Suey Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a Culinary Journey with Chop Suey Cake: A Harmonious Blend of Sweet and Savory

Welcome to the delightful world of Chop Suey Cake, a unique culinary creation that combines the essence of East and West. This tantalizing cake draws inspiration from the iconic Chinese dish, chop suey, resulting in a harmonious fusion of sweet and savory flavors. Prepare to embark on a delectable adventure as we present a diverse collection of Chop Suey Cake recipes, each promising an unforgettable taste experience.

Our featured recipes showcase a range of variations, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. From the classic Chop Suey Cake, featuring a moist and flavorful sponge adorned with a savory filling of vegetables, meat, and a luscious sauce, to the innovative Chocolate Chop Suey Cake, where rich chocolate pairs wonderfully with the savory elements, there's a recipe for every occasion and preference.

For those seeking a delightful twist, the Pineapple Chop Suey Cake offers a tropical twist with the addition of succulent pineapple chunks, while the Coconut Chop Suey Cake captivates with its delicate coconut flavor. And for a delightful vegan option, the Vegan Chop Suey Cake proves that plant-based indulgence can be just as satisfying, with its rich and flavorful ingredients.

No matter your dietary preferences or flavor inclinations, our curated selection of Chop Suey Cake recipes promises a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a delicious adventure as we delve into the world of Chop Suey Cake.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHOP SUEY CAKE



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My Aunt sent me this recipe about 15 years ago from the Detroit Free Press. This cake is so-o-o-o-o delicious. Everytime I make this cake, someone always asks for the recipe. It's also easy to make.

Provided by Jane from Ohio

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups flour
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained (I use the natural juice pineapple)
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup grated coconut
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
chopped nuts, for garnish

Steps:

  • In large bowl, do not use mixer, combine flour, sugar, eggs baking soda, pineapple and can juices, walnuts and coconut.
  • Mix with a wooden spoon until thoroughly moistened and combined.
  • Pour into greased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes until brown on top.
  • Remove from oven and place on wire rack.
  • Mix cream cheese and butter together until well blended.
  • Gradually add confectioners sugar, milk and vanilla.
  • Spread icing on cake while cake is still warm.
  • Top with chopped nuts.
  • Cool cake completely and refrigerate until serving time.
  • Store leftovers in the refregerator.
  • Makes about 20 servings.

OLD CHOP SUEY CAKE. A CHURCH LADY'S RECIPE



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This delicious cake recipe has been around a very long time. It was the rage in the 40's! during WORLD WAR 2 era. Why is it called a "CHOP SUEY" cake ?? I can not find an answer, but I believe it is because it looks a little like...CHOP SUEY! You may have to use your immagation a little. O.K.,so stretch it a bit! LOL I...

Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c flour
2 eggs
1 can(s) 20-oz. crushed pineapple and juice
1 c chopped pecans
2 c sugar....... or less...to your tastes.
2 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all into a bowl, mix by hand (and a spoon..HA!) until well blended. DO not beat!! Pour into a 9x13 inch greased baking pan. bake in a 350F. Pre-heated oven for 35-40 minutes.
  • 2. FROSTING; 1-8 oz.cream cheese 1/4 butter butter can be used now! 2 cups powdered sugar 1-tsp. vanilla Mix and beat till smooth, pour onto cake ..right from the oven. Add a handfull of more chopped pecans sprinkled on the top. Chill. Keep in refrigerator.
  • 3. This cake was a real treat... when we had it... and not to often... as butter and sugar was rationed during the war years! Actually back in the 40's we never had it with frosting!!!! It was still delicious!!!

PERFECT CHOP SUEY CAKE



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Make and share this Perfect Chop Suey Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shazzieau

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups plain flour
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons bicarbonate of soda
2 eggs
567 g crushed pineapple, including juice
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup coconut flakes
250 g cream cheese, softened
113 g butter, softened
2 cups icing sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 180 Celsius line a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with baking paper.
  • place all the cake ingredients into a large mixing bowl. using a spoon, mix till well combined.
  • pour mix into baking dish.
  • cook for 30-35 minutes until golden and a skewer comes out clean.
  • cool in dish.
  • ice while still warm.
  • cool completely. keep refrigerated.
  • FOR THE ICING.using an electric mixer, beat together the cheese and butter
  • until well combined.
  • gradually add the icing sugar, milk and vanilla, beating until well combined.
  • spread over the warm cake and sprinkle with some extra coconut and nuts if desired.

CHOP SUEY



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This recipe is my children's all-time favorite meal. How much do they like it? Even more than they like pizza...and that's a lot!-Debra Weihert, Waterloo, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (28 ounces) chop suey vegetables, drained
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
Cooked rice
Chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown beef; drain. Dissolve bouillon in 1-1/2 cups boiling water; add to skillet. , Combine remaining water with cornstarch; stir into beef mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thickened. Add vegetables and soy sauce; stir and cook until heated through, about 15 minutes. , Serve over rice; sprinkle with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

OVEN-BAKED CHOP SUEY



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Whenever I take this casserole to a potluck, I come home with an empty dish...and with many recipe requests! Macaroni makes it a nice switch from other chop suey recipes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds pork stew meat
1 package (7 ounces) shell macaroni, cooked and drained
2 cups diced celery
2 medium onions, diced
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 cups chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet cook the pork over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the next nine ingredients. , Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with chow mein noodles. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until pork is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505 calories, Fat 27g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 1209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHOP SUEY CAKE



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This wonderful, tasty cake recipe was passed on to me by a very dear friend and has become a true family favorite. I have no idea why it is called Chop Suey Cake other than all of the ingredients are just dumped in the same bowl and mixed up. Who Knows?

Provided by Pat Kozakewich

Categories     Cakes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c sugar
2 c flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 large eggs (slightly beaten)
1-19 oz can crushed pineapple c/w juice
1 c chopped pecans
1 can(s) cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare 9 x 13 inch cake pan by buttering sides and bottom.
  • 2. Place all ingredients in mixing bowl and stir together. Pour into prepared cake pan.
  • 3. Place in preheated oven and bake for 40 mins. Test for done by inserting toothpick in center. If it comes out clean remove cake from oven and cool slightly.
  • 4. Cream cheese icing is delicious with this cake. I buy canned frosting as I find it every bit as good as home made.

CHOP SUEY



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This is the fast and easy chop suey recipe that my mother always made, and we love it 'as is', but you could substitute a can of Chinese mixed vegetables for the bean sprouts if you like more color and texture. Serve over hot rice, topped with chow mein noodles and soy sauce, if desired.

Provided by DKOSKO

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup shortening
1 ½ cups diced pork loin
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced celery
1 cup hot water
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained and rinsed
⅓ cup cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Heat shortening in a large, deep skillet. Sear pork until it turns white, then add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Add celery, hot water, salt and pepper. Cover skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Add sprouts and heat to boiling.
  • In a small bowl combine the cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce and sugar. Mix together and add to skillet mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 39.4 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 16.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 802.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Chop the vegetables into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Brown the ground beef and vegetables thoroughly before adding the sauce.
  • Use a good quality soy sauce and oyster sauce for the best flavor.
  • Simmer the chop suey for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the chop suey over rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Chop suey is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and ground beef. Chop suey can be served over rice or noodles, and it can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables, proteins, and sauces. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and healthy chop suey meal on the table in no time.

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