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Swedish Nut Cake

Swedish Nut Cake is a moist and nutty delight that’s filled and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting and pecans. It’s not heavy or overly sweet either
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Electric mixer (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple with juice
  • 1 cup chopped pecans optional
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional

Instructions
 

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • Directions
  • Prepare the Cake:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple with juice. Mix until well combined.
  • Stir in the chopped pecans, if using.
  • Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish.
  • Prepare the Frosting:
  • In a medium mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until well combined and smooth.
  • Stir in the chopped pecans, if using.
  • Frost the Cake:
  • Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Prep Time:
  • 15 minutes
  • Cook Time:
  • 35-40 minutes
  • Total Time:
  • 50-55 minutes
  • Nutrition (per serving, based on 12 servings):
  • Calories: 420
  • Total Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 42g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Enjoy this Swedish Nut Cake as a rich and flavorful dessert that brings the warmth and sweetness of homemade baking to your table!