This Hummingbird Bundt Cake is like a tropical vacation baked into a pan! Sweet bananas, juicy pineapple, toasty pecans, and a hint of warm spice all come together in one ridiculously moist, flavor-packed cake. Then you drizzle it with creamy icing and toss on a few more toasted pecans for good measure. So tasty!
I've always had a soft spot for Hummingbird Cake, it's one of those old-fashioned desserts that never goes out of style. These days, I love making this Bundt version because it's so much easier, yet it still has that same homemade charm. It's the kind of cake that feels like a warm hug on a plate, and every time I serve it, people can't stop asking for the recipe.
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What makes this recipe irresistible
If you ask me, the best part is that it all starts with a simple boxed cake mix. Yep, no shame in my game! You'd never guess it, though, because this cake tastes anything but basic.
It's loaded with all the traditional flavor of this southern classic, baked into a soft, tender Bundt that looks totally holiday-worthy but is easy enough to whip up on a random Tuesday.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card below for the exact measurements for this recipe.
Cake Mix Hummingbird Bundt Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounce yellow cake mix
- 3.4 ounce box instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2 large
- 8 ounces can crushed pineapple in juice undrained
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup chopped pecans optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4-5 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Extra chopped pecans or toasted coconut for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix the cake: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and cinnamon. Add mashed bananas, crushed pineapple (with juice), oil, eggs, vanilla, and pecans. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Grease and flour a 10-12 cup bundt pan or spray well with baking spray.
- Spoon the cake batter into the bundt pan. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon over the cooled cake and allow it to drizzel over the side. Decorate with chopped pecans and toasted coconut.
Notes
- Storage: Store the cooled cake in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for up to 4 days at room temperature or 1 week in the refrigerator. If chilled, let it sit out for 20-30 minutes before serving for the best texture.
- Freezing: Freeze the unglazed cake (whole or sliced) tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then bring to room temperature before glazing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Yes! While yellow cake mix gives the best classic flavor, you can also use butter golden or even spice cake mix for a little extra warmth.
You sure can! For cupcakes, bake about 18-22 minutes, and for a 9x13-inch pan, bake around 35-40 minutes. Just keep an eye on it and use the toothpick test for doneness.
Definitely. This cake tastes even better the next day once all the flavors have had time to mingle. Bake it a day in advance, glaze it the next morning, and you're good to go!
Deb's top tips
I love the look of the bundt cake for this recipe. But this cake works well in a 9x13 pan as well. Just reduce the baking time, and start checking for doneness around the 25-minute mark.
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Wrapping it up
Whether you're baking for a holiday, a potluck, or just because you've got a couple of ripe bananas sitting on the counter, this recipe is a keeper. Go ahead and give it a try, then come back and tell me how fast it disappeared! I'd love to hear if your family loved it as much as mine does.
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