Granny Cake

Why Make This Recipe

Granny Cake is a warm and comforting dessert that tastes just like something made in your grandma’s kitchen. It has a sweet, moist cake base filled with fruit and topped with a rich, buttery sauce. It’s the kind of treat that brings back good memories.

This recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients. You don’t need any fancy tools or skills. Just mix the batter, pour on the topping, and bake. The result is a soft and sticky cake with an old-fashioned flavor that everyone will love.

It’s great for family dinners, holidays, or anytime you want something sweet and cozy. This cake is a real crowd-pleaser, and it’s so good you might find yourself making it over and over again.

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How to Make Granny Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup chopped pecans

For the Topping:

• 1 stick (½ cup) butter
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix sugar, flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the egg and the entire can of crushed pineapple (juice and all). Mix until combined.
4. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Sprinkle the brown sugar and chopped pecans evenly over the top.
6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the cake is set and golden.
7. While the cake bakes, prepare the topping. In a saucepan, bring the butter, sugar, and evaporated milk to a boil. Cook for about 2–3 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
8. Pour the hot topping over the cake as soon as it comes out of the oven. Let it soak in.
9. Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.