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Velvet Cake Delight

Velvet Cake Delight

Easy one-pan Texas Tornado Cake recipe with tropical pineapple, pecans, and coconut. A supremely moist Velvet Cake Delight perfect for potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 20-ounce can crushed pineapple undrained
  • 1/2 cup salted butter
  • 2/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Medium saucepan
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking soda, and whisk to break up lumps.
  3. Add eggs, vanilla, and the entire can of crushed pineapple (with juice) to the dry mixture, and stir until combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and edges pull away from the pan.
  6. Poke holes all over the warm cake with the handle of a wooden spoon.
  7. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, evaporated milk, sugar, and vanilla, and cook over medium heat until it reaches a rolling boil.
  8. Let the mixture boil for one minute, remove from heat, and stir in chopped pecans and coconut flakes.
  9. Pour the hot topping evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  10. Let the cake rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for a smoother batter. Don’t overmix; stir just until no dry flour is visible. Allow the topping to boil for a full minute for proper thickness. Let the cake rest after adding the topping to absorb the flavors better. For a unique presentation, serve warm with vanilla ice cream, and dust with powdered sugar or garnish with fresh pineapple.
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