WELCOME CAKE

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This is a delicious, moist, "from scratch" pineapple pecan cake. We love it (maybe too much!) It's great for pot-lucks or parties. Fair warning: people WILL ask for the recipe! It's named 'Welcome Cake" because it's always welcome wherever it goes.

Provided by Tere Gill

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 19

BATTER:
2 c all purpose flour
2 c granulated sugar
2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c chopped pecans
1/2 c shredded coconut (optional)
1 - 20 oz. can(s) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
FROSTING:
1 -8 oz. pkg cream cheese, room temperature
1 stick butter, room temperature (1/2 cup or 8 tablespoons)
2 c powdered sugar
1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
SPRINKLE:
1/4 c chopped pecans
1/4 c lightly toasted shredded coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Place oven rack in center position and preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • 2. Lightly grease and flour (or spray with Bakers Joy) a 9"x13" pan or two 8"x8"nonreactive pans; set aside.
  • 3. In a large bowl, mix together all of the dry batter ingredients.
  • 4. Pour half of the undrained pineapple into dry ingredients.
  • 5. Into pineapple remaining in can, add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
  • 6. Pour into the bowl and mix until just combined (do not over-mix or it will make the cake tough.)
  • 7. Pour into prepared pan(s) and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • 8. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before frosting. May let it sit on counter for 1 hour then very loosely cover with foil and refrigerate until cool.
  • 9. To make frosting, place cream cheese and butter in mixing bowl; using electric mixer, beat until light and fluffy.
  • 10. Add powdered sugar, salt and vanilla.
  • 11. Starting on low speed, mix until combined; increase speed and beat until smooth.
  • 12. Spread evenly over cool cake; sprinkle with nuts and/or coconut, as desired. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.

Band Dag
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Yum!


Paddy O'Kearney
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The pictures of this cake are making me hungry.


Md sogab Khan
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion.


Zylan Daniels
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I'm going to save this recipe for my next party.


Rockedbabu Moral
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This cake looks delicious.


jeremiah provose
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Shayla Lee
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The instructions were easy to follow.


Zain Javid
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This cake is the perfect combination of moist, fluffy, and flavorful. It's sure to be a hit at your next party.


Malcome George
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I made this cake for a friend's birthday and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Walid Ben Moussa
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This cake is moist, fluffy, and has a wonderful flavor. I highly recommend it.


Shimaa Eid
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This cake was delicious and easy to make. I used a gluten-free flour blend and it turned out great. My guests loved it.


Bhupe Malla
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This is the best welcome cake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful. The instructions were easy to follow and the cake came out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


salah ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper. The cake turned out perfectly and was so delicious. I've already shared it with several friends and they all loved it too.


Joanne Cochran
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This cake was a hit at my daughter's birthday party! It was moist and fluffy, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this cake again.