God Bless America Cake
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.
9 Servings
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 9x13 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.