Title: Effortless Delight: Do Nothing Cake Recipe
Introduction: Ever heard of a cake that practically makes itself? Meet the Do Nothing Cake! This vintage recipe is beloved for its simplicity and incredible taste. With minimal effort, you can create a moist, pineapple-filled cake topped with a luscious coconut pecan frosting. Perfect for busy days or when you’re craving something sweet without the fuss. Read on to discover how to make this no-hassle dessert.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
1. Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Mix the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt, and crushed pineapple (including the juice). Mix until well combined and smooth. The batter will be fairly wet—don’t worry, that’s normal!
3. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Prepare the Frosting: While the cake is baking, make the frosting. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and let it boil for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
5. Frost the Cake: When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and while it’s still warm, pour the frosting over the top, spreading it evenly.
6. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares and serving. This helps the frosting set and the flavors to meld.
Do Nothing Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
- For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Mix the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt, and crushed pineapple (including the juice). Mix until well combined and smooth. The batter will be fairly wet—don’t worry, that’s normal!
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the cake is baking, make the frosting. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, sugar, and evaporated milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and let it boil for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut and chopped pecans.
- Frost the Cake: When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and while it’s still warm, pour the frosting over the top, spreading it evenly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares and serving. This helps the frosting set and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion: With its moist, pineapple-infused base and rich coconut pecan frosting, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply when you want a sweet treat without spending hours in the kitchen. Give this easy recipe a try and enjoy a slice of heaven with minimal work!
Feel free to adjust the recipe and the blog post to suit your personal style and preferences. Happy baking! 🍍🥥🍰