Cajon Lou’s Cake Recipe 🎂

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 2 layers

Description:

Cajon Lou’s Cake is a delightful dessert that brings the flavors of the tropics to your table with a Cajun twist. This rich and indulgent treat is a fusion of creamy textures, nutty pecans, and tangy pineapple, all bound together with a hint of bourbon. The cooking time might vary, but follow Cajon Lou’s advice – bake until it doesn’t jiggle too much in the middle!

Ingredients:

1 cup crushed pineapple
1/2 cup instant vanilla pudding mix
4 eggs
1/2 cup bourbon
1 cup pecans
1 package non-dairy whipped topping
1/3 cup cream cheese

Instructions:

For the Cake:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two regular cake pans generously with cooking spray, like Pam.
Mix all the cake ingredients together in a large bowl until well combined. This includes the crushed pineapple, instant vanilla pudding mix, eggs, bourbon, and pecans.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the cake is set and doesn’t jiggle too much in the middle. 🕒
Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on wire racks.

For the Filling/Icing:

In a separate bowl, combine the non-dairy whipped topping with the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Spread a generous layer of the whipped cream cheese mixture between the cooled cake layers and on top of the cake. 🎂
For extra flair, you can garnish the cake with additional pecans or a sprinkle of shredded coconut.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 2233
Fat Content: 116.7g
Saturated Fat Content: 22.2g
Cholesterol Content: 443.8mg
Sodium Content: 2316mg
Carbohydrate Content: 246.5g
Fiber Content: 4.9g
Sugar Content: 151.9g
Protein Content: 27.5g

Tips and Tricks:

Adjust the sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet cake, you can reduce the amount of sugar or use unsweetened whipped cream instead of non-dairy whipped topping.
Make it ahead: This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Just be sure to cover it well to prevent it from drying out.
Serve with a twist: For an extra tropical touch, serve slices of Cajon Lou’s Cake with a scoop of coconut or pineapple sorbet. 🍍🥥
Share the love: This cake is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any occasion where you want to impress with a homemade dessert that’s bursting with flavor.

Enjoy the rich and decadent flavors of Cajon Lou’s Cake – a true taste of the Bayou with every bite! 🌴🍰