Hillbilly Cake
Delightfully rustic and bursting with old-fashioned charm, Hillbilly Cake is a one-bowl wonder that combines simplicity with rich, comforting flavors. This moist and tender cake comes together quickly with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking soda, while crushed pineapple (with its juice) adds a touch of natural sweetness and ensures a soft texture. A warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg infuses the batter with cozy, spiced notes, complemented by optional chopped nuts for added crunch. Perfect for casual gatherings or a sweet treat anytime, this vintage dessert is baked to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a no-fuss yet irresistible finish. Quick to prepare and wonderfully easy to enjoy, this classic Hillbilly Cake brings a taste of nostalgia to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Add the crushed pineapple (including its juice), eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until thoroughly combined, but do not overmix.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar, if desired, before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.9 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2586 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 508.8 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 316.5 g | ||
| Protein | 47.6 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 697 mg | 15% | |
*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.
