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11/06/2024

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Mini pineapple upside down cake

26/05/2024

20/05/2024

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No-Bake Banana Split Cake🍌🍌🍰

**Ingredients:**
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups confectioners' sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 4 bananas
- 1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1 (8 oz.) container Cool Whip non-dairy whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1 (10 oz.) jar maraschino cherries, drained & patted dry with a paper towel

**Instructions:**
1. Melt 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) and blend in graham cracker crumbs with a fork until evenly moistened. Press into the bottom of a 9x13" pan.
2. With an electric mixer, blend remaining 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) with cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Beat 3 to 4 minutes until fluffy. Spread mixture over graham cracker crumbs.
3. Slice bananas and arrange evenly over cream cheese mixture; top with crushed pineapple.
4. Spread Cool Whip on top of pineapple; sprinkle with chopped pecans and place cherries on top.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 to 3 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Enjoy this delightful banana split dessert!

20/05/2024

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03/05/2024

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Southern Pineapple Cake

Ingredients:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, undrained
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained Optional Garnish:
• Fresh pineapple slices
• Maraschino cherries
• Toasted coconut flakes

Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare three 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them or lining them with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Pineapple Cake Batter:
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3.
• Add the softened butter, vegetable oil, crushed pineapple (with juice), eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
• Beat on medium speed until well combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
4. Bake the Cake Layers:
• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
5. Make the Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting:
• In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth and fluffy.
• Mix in the vanilla extract and drained crushed pineapple until well incorporated.
6. Assemble the Cake:
• Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of pineapple cream cheese frosting over the top.
• Repeat with the remaining cake layers and frosting, stacking them on top of each other.
7. Frost the Cake:
• Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining pineapple cream cheese frosting, smoothing it out with a spatula for an even finish.
8. Optional Garnish:
• Add fresh pineapple slices, maraschino cherries, and toasted coconut flakes on top of the cake for a tropical flair.
9. Serve and Enjoy:
• Slice and serve your Southern Pineapple Cake to your guests, and watch as they savor the taste of Southern paradise in every bite!

02/05/2024

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26/04/2024

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24/04/2024

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German Chocolate Cake Frosting

Indulge in the rich, sweet flavor of this classic German Chocolate Cake frosting. Perfect for topping your favorite cake or cupcakes, this creamy, coconut and pecan-studded frosting adds a deliciously decadent touch to any dessert.

Ingredients:
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 10-12 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, coconut, and pecans.
4. Allow the frosting to cool to room temperature before spreading it over your cake or cupcakes.

Enjoy the luscious flavor and texture of this homemade German Chocolate Cake frosting on your favorite baked treats!