The Hummingbird Cake, which claims the title of the most requested recipe in Southern Living’s history, holds a sweet and luscious secret within its layers that captivates every palate. Originally christened the “Bird Doctor Cake” in its birthplace of Jamaica, its namesake honors a native hummingbird, although no matter its title, this cake continues to charm with its moist texture and flavorful medley of tangy pineapple and sweet banana. While traditionally layered, our variant takes the form of a sheet cake, an ode to simplicity without compromising on the scrumptious experience.
Ingredient Rundown
For the Cake:
3 cups flour
2 cups sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1½ tsp cinnamon
4 large ripe bananas, mashed
1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
1 cup chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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