Deceptive Spice Cake
This Deceptive Spice Cake is an intriguing dessert that surprises everyone with its unique ingredient – pork and beans! A recipe inherited from my late Uncle, this cake tastes just like a classic spice cake. Perfect for gatherings and serving to curious taste testers, its moist and flavorful crumb is sure to delight. Don’t let the unusual component deter you; this cake is simple to make and offers a great talking point at any event.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
2 cups
baking powder
2 teaspoons
cinnamon
2 teaspoons
flour
2 cups
baking soda
2 teaspoons
salt
1/2 teaspoon
vegetable oil
1 cup
eggs
4
pork & beans
16 ounces (drained and mashed)
crushed pineapple
8 ounces (drained and mashed)
cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
vanilla extract
2 teaspoons
butter
1/2 cup (softened)
confectioners' sugar
1 lb
pecans
16 ounces (chopped, divided)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and vegetable oil together on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well combined.
4
Drain the pork and beans and mash them together with the crushed pineapple until smooth. A blender can be used for a fine texture.
5
Add the flour mixture and the bean-pineapple blend to the egg mixture. Beat until just combined.
6
Pour the batter into a greased bundt pan or 9x13 inch cake pan.
7
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 25 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9
For the topping, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar and continue to beat until fully incorporated.
10
Spread the frosting over the cooled cake. If using a bundt pan, frost the entire cake; if using layers, generously spread frosting between each layer, over the top, and on the sides.
11
Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans over the top of the frosting for garnish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deceptive Spice Cake?
Deceptive Spice Cake is an intriguing dessert that tastes like a classic spice cake but contains a surprising ingredient: pork and beans.
What is the secret ingredient in this spice cake?
The secret ingredient is 16 ounces of drained and mashed pork and beans.
Can you taste the beans in the Deceptive Spice Cake?
No, the cake tastes just like a classic spice cake with a moist and flavorful crumb.
How should the pork and beans be prepared?
They should be drained and mashed together with the crushed pineapple until smooth.
Do I need a blender for this recipe?
A blender can be used if you prefer a very fine texture for the bean and pineapple mixture.
What temperature should I preheat the oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size pan is recommended for this cake?
You can use either a greased bundt pan or a 9x13 inch cake pan.
How long does the Deceptive Spice Cake take to bake?
Bake the cake for 30 to 35 minutes.
How do I know when the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool before being removed from the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 25 minutes before moving it to a wire rack.
What ingredients are in the frosting?
The frosting consists of softened cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, and confectioners' sugar.
How do I make the cream cheese frosting?
Beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until smooth, then gradually add the confectioners' sugar.
What is the garnish for this cake?
The cake is garnished with chopped pecans sprinkled over the frosting.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 4 eggs.
How much flour is used in the Deceptive Spice Cake?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of flour.
What kind of oil should I use?
The recipe specifies 1 cup of vegetable oil.
Is there cinnamon in this cake?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 teaspoons of cinnamon for flavor.
Does the recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
It uses both: 2 teaspoons of baking soda and 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
How much sugar goes into the cake batter?
The cake batter requires 2 cups of sugar.
What type of pineapple is needed?
You need 8 ounces of crushed pineapple, drained and mashed.
How much cream cheese is needed for the frosting?
The frosting requires 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How much butter is used in the topping?
The topping uses 1/2 cup of softened butter.
How much confectioners' sugar is required for the frosting?
You will need 1 lb of confectioners' sugar.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract in the frosting.
Can I frost this as a layer cake?
Yes, if using layers, spread frosting between each layer, over the top, and on the sides.
What is the total amount of pecans needed?
The recipe calls for 16 ounces of chopped pecans, used in divided portions.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is included in the dry ingredients.
What speed should I use to mix the eggs and oil?
Beat the eggs, sugar, and oil on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
Where did this recipe originate?
This recipe was inherited from the creator's late Uncle.
Is the cake difficult to make?
No, the recipe is simple to make and serves as a great talking point at events.