This Elvis Presley Sheet Cake is sweet, moist, and loaded with crushed pineapple, a buttery vanilla cake base, and a creamy pecan-studded icing. Inspired by the King’s love for rich Southern flavors, this dessert is pure gold in every bite!
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 50 minutes
👨👩👧👦 Servings: 16
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~350 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 🍰 1 box yellow cake mix
- 🥚 3 eggs
- 🛢 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 🥛 1 cup whole milk
- 🍍 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 🍬 1/2 cup sugar
For the Frosting:
- 🧈 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
- 🥛 1/4 cup milk
- 🍬 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 🌿 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🌰 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Optional: 1/2 cup cream cheese for a tangier frosting
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Make the Cake Batter
In a large bowl, mix cake mix, eggs, oil, and milk until smooth. Pour into the baking dish.
3️⃣ Bake & Add Pineapple Topping
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. While hot, poke holes in the cake and pour over the pineapple (with juice) mixed with 1/2 cup sugar. Let soak in.
4️⃣ Make the Frosting
In a saucepan, bring butter and milk to a simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, vanilla, and chopped nuts (plus cream cheese if using). Stir until smooth.
5️⃣ Frost the Cake
Spread warm frosting over the cooled pineapple-soaked cake. Let set at room temp or chill slightly before slicing.
💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Super moist, rich, and fruity thanks to the pineapple soak 🍍
- Easy to make with a box mix shortcut
- That sweet buttery frosting? Absolute showstopper ✨
- Great for potlucks, or Southern-style celebrations 🎉
💡 Helpful Tips
- Let the pineapple topping fully absorb before frosting
- Add sliced bananas on top before serving for extra “Elvis” flair 🍌
- Want it nut-free? Just leave out the pecans — still delicious!
- Store covered at room temp up to 2 days, or refrigerate up to 5
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