Description
Granny Cake is a moist, old-fashioned dessert made with crushed pineapple and topped with a warm brown sugar and pecan glaze. It’s easy to make, full of nostalgic flavor, and perfect for potlucks, holidays, or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs and crushed pineapple (with juice) to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the topping: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, milk, and butter. Stir until melted and bubbling.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans and vanilla extract.
- As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, poke holes all over the top using a skewer or fork.
- Pour the hot topping evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving warm, or cool completely and serve at room temperature.
Notes
Use canned crushed pineapple with juice for best results.Let the topping soak into the cake for deeper flavor.No mixer required—just a spoon or whisk!This cake tastes even better the next day.Store covered at room temperature or in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
