Humming Bird Cake - West Virginia Hummingbird Cake

Name: Humming Bird Cake - West Virginia Hummingbird Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups (700 ml) all purpose flour; 2 cups (475 ml) sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml) salt; 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda; 1 tsp (5 ml) ground cinnamon; 3 beaten eggs; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) oil (Corn or Canola); 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) vanilla; 1 8 oz (224 grm). can crushed pineapple, drained; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped pecans; 2 cups (475 ml) mashed bananas; 1 cup (225 ml) whole pecans (you can use chopped if you'd like ); 1 8 oz (224 grm). pkg cream cheese; 1/2 cup (125 ml) to 1 cup (225 ml) soft butter. Increase for thinner consistency.; 1 16 oz (448 grm). box powdered sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla

Servings: persons

3 cups (700 ml) all purpose flour
2 cups (475 ml) sugar
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda
1 tsp (5 ml) ground cinnamon
3 beaten eggs
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) oil (Corn or Canola)
1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) vanilla
1 8 oz (224 grm). can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup (225 ml) chopped pecans
2 cups (475 ml) mashed bananas
1 cup (225 ml) whole pecans (you can use chopped if you'd like )
1 8 oz (224 grm). pkg cream cheese
1/2 cup (125 ml) to 1 cup (225 ml) soft butter. Increase for thinner consistency.
1 16 oz (448 grm). box powdered sugar
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla

1
Combine all the dry ingredients; add eggs and oil and stir until moist.
2
Do not beat.
3
Add vanilla, pineapple, pecans and bananas.
4
Stir until all ingredients are incorporated into the batter.
5
Spoon into a greased and floured bundt or tube pan.
6
Bake at 350 degrees (175 C.) for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7
Combine cream cheese and butter until soft.
8
Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix well.
9
Frost cooled cake.
10
Sprinkle pecans on top for garnish.
11
Keep cake in refrigerator for fresh flavor and quality.

2003

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

238

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups (700 ml) all purpose flour, 2 cups (475 ml) sugar, 1 tsp (5 ml) salt, 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda, and more.

Yes, Humming Bird Cake - West Virginia Hummingbird Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!