Granny Cake
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Granny Cake, a wonderfully moist dessert bursting with old-fashioned flavor and a hint of Southern comfort. This easy, one-bowl cake pairs the natural sweetness of crushed pineapple with a rich topping of brown sugar and chopped pecans, creating an irresistible caramelized crunch. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a buttery glaze poured over the top while hot, every bite is a perfect blend of tender crumb and gooey decadence. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this classic treat is ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply satisfying your craving for vintage recipes. Try Granny Cake today for a taste of heartwarming tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 20 ounces crushed canned pineapple (with juice)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the crushed pineapple (with its juice) and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until everything is fully combined and forms a batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and chopped pecans evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).
While the cake is baking, combine the butter, milk, and powdered sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
Once the cake comes out of the oven, immediately pour the warm glaze evenly over the top of the hot cake.
Allow the cake to cool to room temperature before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.5 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.2 g | 171% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2555 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 791.2 g | 288% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 586.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 431 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1503 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
