Description

Looking for the ultimate Easter dessert? This Coconut Hummingbird Easter Cake is a showstopper! Moist, flavorful, and bursting with banana, pineapple, and coconut, this easy cake is crowned with rich cream cheese frosting and crunchy pecans. It’s the perfect choice for spring gatherings, special occasions, or when you simply want a slice of something delicious. Ideal for those seeking quick breakfast treats, brunch desserts, or standout food ideas, this is one of the best easy recipes to add to your Easter collection.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ¾ cups granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt

2 cups mashed ripe bananas

1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple with juice

1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

1 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)

¾ cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

8 oz cream cheese (softened)

½ cup unsalted butter (softened)

3 cups powdered sugar

1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (optional)

Extra pecans or coconut for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-cup Bundt pan or a 9×13-inch cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

3. Add mashed bananas, pineapple (with juice), coconut, pecans, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Stir until just combined.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

5. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar gradually and beat until fluffy. Add vanilla and milk if needed to reach desired consistency.

8. Once cake is fully cool, frost generously. Top with extra pecans or coconut if desired.

9. Slice and serve!

Notes

Always use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.

Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

Toasting the pecans enhances the nutty flavor and adds extra crunch.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Easter dessert, coconut cake, banana cake, hummingbird cake, easy recipe