Elevate your dessert game with our God Bless America Cake, a tribute, to the flavors of the USA that are bound to become a tradition, in your household. Picture the combination of pineapple sweetness, the delightful nuttiness of toasted pecans and the creamy indulgence of coconut all wrapped lovingly in a moist and golden cake. As the heavenly scent fills your kitchen you’ll be transported to warm and treasured moments with every bite. This cake isn’t a dessert; it represents a slice of heritage that brings people together. Share it with loved ones. Let the sweet memories unfold.
Ingredients
Cake:
1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, with juices
2 large eggs
1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
Icing:
1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk
1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 c. shredded coconut
1 c. pecans, roughly chopped, toasted
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. salt
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly greasing a baking dish measuring 9×13 inches, with butter or nonstick spray.
In a bowl whisk together two eggs, one cup of sugar, half a cup of brown sugar, a quarter cup of vegetable oil and a can of crushed pineapple (20 oz.) along with its juices.
Stir in two cups of all-purpose flour, two teaspoons of baking soda and half a teaspoon of salt until the batter is thoroughly mixed.
Transfer the cake batter into the baking dish. Place it in the oven. Bake for approximately 25 to 30 minutes. To check if it’s done insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean the cake is ready.
Prepare the Icing: While the cake bakes, let’s make the icing. Take a saucepan. Combine one can (12 oz.) of milk, one cup of butter and one and a half cups of sugar, over high heat. Bring this mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to simmer for ten minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in two cups of coconut, one cup of toasted pecans roughly chopped into pieces, one teaspoon of vanilla extract and a quarter teaspoon of salt.
Once the cake has finished baking evenly pour the icing, over the top. Allow it some time to set before slicing and serving.
Hope you enjoy your cake with a touch of patriotism. God Bless America!
Notes
To convert this recipe into a gluten-free version you have the choice to supersede the all-purpose flour, with gluten-free flour. It’s paramount to pick a brand of gluten-free flour blend as diverse blends may incorporate elements such as rice flour, tapioca starch and xanthan gum to replicate the consistency of traditional flour.