Elvis Presley Cake

Sure! Here’s a complete and expanded recipe for Elvis Presley Cake, also popularly known as Jailhouse Rock Cake, with a rich introduction, history, ingredients, instructions, methods, and a sweet conclusion dedicated to Elvis lovers.


šŸ° Elvis Presley Cake (Jailhouse Rock Cake)

A Sweet Tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll


šŸŽø Introduction

The Elvis Presley Cake, affectionately dubbed the Jailhouse Rock Cake, is a Southern classic that hits all the right notes—just like Elvis himself. Moist, sweet, and indulgently creamy, this cake was reportedly one of Elvis’s favorite desserts. It combines the rich tropical flavor of pineapple with a velvety cream cheese frosting, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience worthy of the King.

Perfect for birthdays, family reunions, or simply when you want a dessert that sings, this cake brings nostalgia, love, and rock ‘n’ roll to your table.


šŸ“– A Slice of History

Elvis Presley was not only the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll but also a lover of good Southern comfort food. While he’s famously associated with his peanut butter and banana sandwiches, fans and food historians also celebrate this pineapple-rich cake as a favorite at Graceland.

Some say it was baked regularly by his beloved cook, Mary Jenkins, who prepared his meals for over 14 years. Whether it’s myth or memory, this cake has become part of Elvis’s culinary legend—and earned a rockstar status of its own.


šŸ Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 box White Cake Mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 8 oz can Crushed Pineapple (with juice)
  • ½ tsp Vanilla Extract

For the Frosting:

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (1 stick) Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (for frosting)
  • Optional: Chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

šŸ½ļø Instructions & Methods

šŸ”§ Step 1: Bake the Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the cake mix as directed on the package. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  3. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Remove from oven and poke small holes all over the warm cake using a fork or skewer.

šŸ Step 2: Pineapple Topping

  1. In a saucepan, combine:
    • 8 oz crushed pineapple (with juice)
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  2. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
  3. Once bubbling and slightly thickened (about 3–5 minutes), pour the hot pineapple mixture evenly over the warm cake.
  4. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

🧁 Step 3: Make the Frosting

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together:
    • 8 oz cream cheese
    • ½ cup softened butter
    • 3 cups powdered sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  2. Beat until smooth and creamy (about 2–3 minutes).
  3. Spread the frosting generously over the cooled cake.
  4. Sprinkle with chopped nuts (optional) for a crunchy finish.

ā¤ļø For the Lovers

This cake is more than dessert—it’s a piece of rock ā€˜n’ roll history. Whether you’re:

  • A lifelong Elvis fan,
  • A romantic remembering slow dances to “Can’t Help Falling in Love”,
  • Or someone who just loves sweet, simple, crowd-pleasing cakes…

…this recipe is your backstage pass to a beloved Southern treat.

Pair a slice with a mug of coffee, a vinyl spin of “Jailhouse Rock”, and maybe a little hip shake too.


šŸ“ Conclusion

Elvis Presley Cake is a perfect harmony of flavors—moist white cake, sweet pineapple, and luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s simple, soulful, and unforgettable, just like the man it’s named after.

So whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a themed party, or just missing a little Memphis magic, this cake will leave you all shook up.

Thank ya, thank ya very much! šŸŽ¤šŸ°


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