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Final presentation of hummingbird cake with cake mix, elegantly decorated and ready to be enjoyed with fresh fruit and pecans.

Hummingbird Cake with Cake Mix

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Hummingbird Cake with Cake Mix is a tropical delight bursting with flavors of bananas, pineapple, and pecans, making it the perfect dessert for sweet tooth lovers. This easy recipe delivers consistent results every time, and it’s an impressive treat for any occasion.

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

Ingredients

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  • 1 box of yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients including ripe bananas and crushed pineapple for moisture.
  2. Mix the cake mix, mashed bananas, crushed pineapple, chopped pecans, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until combined.
  3. Grease and flour your cake pans, then pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.

Notes

  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Consider topping with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
  • Feel free to add coconut or a splash of rum for additional flavor.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Contains nuts

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 310 Kcal
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg