This Granny Cake is a timeless treasure, straight from grandma’s kitchen! 🍯✨ A buttery vanilla cake with juicy pineapple, topped with a caramelized pecan-brown sugar glaze—every bite is pure comfort and nostalgia. It’s easy, moist, and absolutely irresistible!
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, with juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (120ml) evaporated milk
- ½ cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3️⃣ Add wet ingredients: Stir in eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla until combined.
4️⃣ Bake: Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
5️⃣ Prepare the glaze: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar, evaporated milk, and pecans, stirring until smooth.
6️⃣ Pour over the hot cake immediately after baking. Let it soak in for the ultimate moistness!
7️⃣ Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
🔥 Pro Tips
✔️ For extra crunch, toast the pecans before adding them to the glaze!
✔️ Make it even richer by serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
✔️ Storage: Keeps moist for days! Store covered at room temp for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Super Moist & Buttery – Thanks to pineapple & the rich glaze!
✔️ Easy to Make – One bowl, no mixer required!
✔️ Classic Comfort – Tastes just like grandma’s baking!
✔️ Crowd-Pleaser – Perfect for family gatherings & potlucks!
This Granny Cake is sweet, nostalgic, and utterly delicious—the perfect treat to share with loved ones! ❤️🍰
Enjoy & let me know if you want more cozy vintage bakes! 🍂✨