Yum Yum Cake – Old Southern Recipe

Why Make This Recipe

Yum Yum Cake is one of those old-fashioned desserts that brings back sweet memories. It’s moist, fruity, and full of flavor. If you like pineapple, nuts, and coconut, you will really enjoy every bite of this cake. It’s a great recipe that has been passed down in many families for generations.

This cake is also very easy to make. You don’t need any fancy ingredients or tools. Just mix everything in one bowl and bake. It’s perfect when you want a homemade dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.

Another reason to love Yum Yum Cake is how well it goes with everything. Serve it after dinner, bring it to a potluck, or make it for a birthday—everyone will ask for the recipe. It’s rich, sweet, and topped with a creamy icing that makes it extra special.

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How to Make Yum Yum Cake

Ingredients :

• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 can (16 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 cup shredded coconut

For the frosting:

• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• 1 stick butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, eggs, baking soda, and vanilla.
3. Add the crushed pineapple with its juice and stir well.
4. Mix in the pecans and coconut.
5. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for about 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. While the cake is cooling, make the frosting: beat together the cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth.
8. Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the frosting on top.
9. Slice and enjoy!