Swedish Nut Cake
Swedish Nut Cake, a vintage recipe that combines the sweetness of crushed pineapple with the crunch of pecans. Perfect for any occasion, this moist and tender cake, topped with creamy pecan cream cheese frosting, is sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.
Equipment
- 9 x 13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 20 oz. can crushed pineapple undrained
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Ingredients for Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1 stick unsalted butter softened
- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans plus additional for garnish
Instructions
Instructions for Swedish Nut Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple to the bowl, and mix well.
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before frosting.
Instructions for Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add half of the powdered sugar and the vanilla extract to the bowl, and beat well.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the remaining powdered sugar and beat for 1 minute on high speed.
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the frosting.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the pecan cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Garnish with additional chopped pecans, if desired.
- Chill the frosted cake for at least an hour before slicing and serving. Enjoy
Notes
Tips and Variations:
For a tropical twist, add shredded coconut to the cake batter.
Experiment with different nuts such as walnuts or almonds for a unique flavor profile.
Swap the cream cheese frosting for a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and pineapple juice. Don't forget to subscribe to our blog for more mouthwatering recipes and culinary inspiration!
For a tropical twist, add shredded coconut to the cake batter.
Experiment with different nuts such as walnuts or almonds for a unique flavor profile.
Swap the cream cheese frosting for a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and pineapple juice. Don't forget to subscribe to our blog for more mouthwatering recipes and culinary inspiration!