Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Elvis Presley Cake Recipe

Elvis Presley Cake Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.6 from 14 reviews
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour (plus cooling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the decadent nostalgia of a classic dessert with this Elvis Presley Cake recipe. Moist pineapple-infused cake topped with a sweet pineapple glaze and creamy cream cheese frosting, finished with a sprinkle of pecans for the perfect crunch.


Ingredients

Scale

For the cake:

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple with juice
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup water

For the topping:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple with juice

For the frosting:

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare the cake: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Mix cake ingredients until combined. Bake for 30–35 minutes.
  2. Make the pineapple topping: Combine sugar and crushed pineapple in a saucepan. Boil and stir until thickened.
  3. Add topping to the cake: Poke holes in the cake, pour warm pineapple mixture over it, and let it cool.
  4. Prepare the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add sugar and vanilla. Frost the cooled cake and top with pecans.

Notes

  • Chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving for best results.
  • The flavors meld and improve the next day.
  • Great for potlucks, holidays, or whenever you’re in the mood for a rich, fruity treat.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 40g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg