ELVIS PRESLEY CAKE

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Absolutely! Let’s rock ‘n’ roll through the kitchen with a big, bold, and nostalgic recipe that’s as legendary as the King himself. This isn’t just any dessert — this is the Elvis Presley Cake, also known as the Jailhouse Rock Cake — a sweet tribute to the man who brought swagger to music, and now, to your dessert table.

🎸 ELVIS PRESLEY CAKE (aka Jailhouse Rock Cake)

“A Rock ‘n’ Roll Spin on a Classic Southern Dessert”
A moist, pineapple-infused cake topped with a creamy, nutty frosting that’ll leave you All Shook Up 🍍🎂

🎤 Introduction

Inspired by Elvis’s favorite flavors and his love for Southern-style treats, this cake is a combination of simplicity, indulgence, and show-stopping taste. Think of it as a Southern white cake that took a vacation in Graceland, rolled in crushed pineapple, and got crowned with a pecan-studded frosting.

Whether you’re baking for a party, a potluck, or just a solo kitchen concert, this cake hits all the right notes.

🍰 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 cup milk (or as directed on cake mix)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, but lovely)
  • 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple with juice

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 can (5 oz) evaporated milk

For the Frosting:

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 – 1 cup chopped pecans (to taste)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions & Method

🔹 Step 1: Bake the Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine white cake mix, milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until smooth.
  3. Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
  4. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

🔹 Step 2: Pineapple Topping

  1. While cake is still warm, poke holes all over with a fork or skewer.
  2. In a saucepan, combine crushed pineapple (with juice), sugar, vanilla, butter, and evaporated milk.
  3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened slightly.
  4. Pour evenly over warm cake. Let cool completely.

🔹 Step 3: Creamy Frosting

  1. Beat cream cheese and butter together until fluffy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and spreadable.
  3. Fold in chopped pecans.
  4. Spread over cooled cake.

🕰️ History of the Cake

While Elvis Presley was known for his love of fried peanut butter & banana sandwiches, this cake was popularized in the South as a tribute to his legendary status. The pineapple symbolizes Hawaiian flair (where he filmed “Blue Hawaii”), while the rich cream cheese frosting and pecans speak to Southern indulgence.

Though not an official Graceland dessert, it became lovingly nicknamed “Elvis Presley Cake” because of how over-the-top and hit-worthy it is. It’s been baked at memorials, birthdays, and celebrations — a dessert that brings everyone to the table singing.

🔄 Formation (Variations & Twists)

  • Peanut Butter Lover’s Remix: Add a swirl of peanut butter to the frosting for an Elvis-approved twist.
  • Banana Bonus: Add sliced bananas between the pineapple layer and frosting.
  • Rockabilly Version: Use yellow cake mix instead of white for a richer base.
  • Cupcake Style: Make individual Jailhouse cupcakes — same recipe, shorter bake time (18–20 min).

💕 Lovers of This Cake Say…

“Tasted like a concert in my mouth!”
“This cake disappeared in 10 minutes. I didn’t even get seconds.”
“My grandma said it reminded her of the ’50s. It brought back sweet memories.”
“So easy to make and people think I worked all day on it.”

🎬 Methods with Lovers (The Fun Section)

Bake it with your partner, dance to Jailhouse Rock while you whip the frosting, or surprise your mom with a retro dessert that’ll bring her to tears (of joy). Let the aroma of pineapple and vanilla fill your home as you sip sweet tea and hum “Can’t Help Falling in Love.”

This cake brings people together — it’s for those who still believe dessert is the heart of any gathering.

✅ Conclusion

The Elvis Presley Cake is more than a treat — it’s a memory-maker. Rich, moist, and just the right amount of over-the-top, it’s a tribute to good times, great music, and the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll.

So go ahead — make it once, and it just might become The King of your dessert rotation.

Would you like a printable version? Or a peanut-butter-banana spin-off version (Elvis’s true favorite)? Let’s take it to the next level!

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