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Texas Tornado Cake

  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Texas Tornado Cake is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, featuring moist cake with pineapple and pecans, topped with rich cream cheese frosting. It’s perfect for any occasion and sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil for a twist)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (and reserve the juice!)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your cake pans to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the crushed pineapple and chopped pecans, mixing until evenly distributed.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  7. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  8. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting on top, then add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides.
  9. Slice and serve your delicious Texas Tornado Cake to friends and family.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend. If you’re looking for a dairy-free option, substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4

Keywords: Texas Tornado Cake, dessert, cake, cream cheese frosting, pineapple cake

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