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Elvis Presley Cake Recipe

A deliciously moist pineapple cake topped with a sweet cream cheese frosting and chopped pecans. This cake is said to be one of Elvis Presley's favorites — rich, fruity, and unforgettable!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Elvis Presley Cake Recipe
Servings: 12
Calories: 410kcal
Author: Jill Bakes

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix 3.4 oz
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 can crushed pineapple in juice 20 oz, undrained
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

For the Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • ✅ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • ✅ In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil, and milk until smooth.
  • ✅ Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • ✅ While the cake is baking, combine the crushed pineapple and sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  • ✅ When the cake is done baking, immediately poke holes all over the top using a skewer or fork.
  • ✅ Pour the warm pineapple mixture evenly over the hot cake and let it soak in. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  • ✅ In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
  • ✅ Spread the frosting over the cooled cake and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  • ✅ Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best texture.

Notes

  • Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  • You can toast the pecans for added flavor.
  • For a fluffier texture, substitute half the oil with applesauce.