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Texas Tornado Cake

Indulge in Texas Tornado Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Experience the delightful Texas Tornado Cake, a moist cake combining coconut, pecans, and pineapple, topped with rich cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Uncategorized
Cuisine Southern
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour essential for the cake's structure
  • 2 cups granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup vegetable oil keeps the cake moist
  • 4 large eggs binds the ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses flavor
  • 1 cup buttermilk adds moisture and tenderness
  • 1 cup shredded coconut brings a chewy texture
  • 1 cup chopped pecans adds crunch and nuttiness
  • 1 can crushed pineapple drain well before adding

For the Frosting

  • 1 batch cream cheese frosting velvety and rich

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather baking supplies and prepare to mix ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk until blended.
  • Add 1 cup of vegetable oil, 4 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 cup of buttermilk to the dry ingredients. Blend until smooth.
  • Fold in 1 cup of shredded coconut, 1 cup of chopped pecans, and 1 can of drained crushed pineapple.
  • Grease the 9x13-inch baking pan and pour the batter in, smoothing it out.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Spread cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake and serve.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Allow cake to cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg
Keyword baking, cake, cream cheese frosting, dessert, Southern desserts, Texas Tornado Cake
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