Elvis Presley Sheet Cake

Elvis Presley Cake is very easy to make and is wonderful for any gathering or occasion. The first time I made this cake my family went crazy and wanted it all the time. It would be wonderful for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, Easter or just about any time you want a delicious dessert that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

CAKE

• 1 can yellow cake mix
• 1 can vanilla pudding 3 ounce can undrained
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup oil
• 1 cup milk
• 1 can crushed pineapple 16 ounces, undrained
• 1 cup sugar

FROSTING

• 1 package cream cheese 8 ounces, softened at room temperature
• 1/2 cup butter, softened at room temperature
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional
• (you can also add a teaspoon of vanilla if desired, extract until for icing)

How to Make Elvis Presley Cake

Place the cake mix, pudding, eggs, oil and milk in a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer for one minute.Scrape down the sides and beat again for about 2 minutes or until smooth.
1 box yellow cake mix, 1 box vanilla pudding, 4 eggs, 1/2 cup oil, 1 cup milk
Place the dough in a greased 9×13 baking dish and bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown A toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

While the cake is baking, place the pineapple and sugar in a medium saucepan and heat. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Avoid heat.1 can crushed pineapple, 1 cup sugar
Once the cake is ready, remove the pan from the oven and poke holes all over it with a fork. While the cake is still warm, pour the hot pineapple mixture over the top and spread to cover. Let cool down.

For the icing, place the butter and cream cheese in a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, scraping down the edges as needed, beating with an electric mixer as you go.Add nuts if desired.
1 package cream cheese, 1/2 cup butter, 3 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Place a spoonful of frosting on the cooled cake. Spread the tablespoons slowly so that the cake is covered. Be careful not to damage the pineapple coating. Sprinkle the finished cake with additional pecans if desired.

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