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How to Make Elvis Presley Sheet Cake
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch sheet cake pan with butter or non-stick spray. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Make the Banana Cake
2️⃣ In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3️⃣ In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
4️⃣ Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas.
5️⃣ Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, alternating with the sour cream or buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6️⃣ Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7️⃣ Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3: Prepare the Peanut Butter Frosting
8️⃣ While the cake is cooling, prepare the peanut butter frosting. In a large bowl, beat together the peanut butter and butter until smooth and creamy.
9️⃣ Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt, beating until the frosting is smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more heavy cream to reach your desired consistency.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
🔟 Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the peanut butter frosting evenly over the top.
1️⃣1️⃣ Sprinkle the crumbled bacon generously over the frosting. The salty bacon will provide a perfect contrast to the sweet banana and peanut butter flavors, adding a unique texture and flavor to every bite!
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
1️⃣2️⃣ Slice into squares and enjoy the Elvis Presley Sheet Cake as a fun, flavorful tribute to the King of Rock and Roll.
Tips for the Perfect Elvis Presley Sheet Cake
✔ Use Ripe Bananas – The riper the bananas, the more flavor and moisture they will provide to the cake. Look for bananas with plenty of brown spots for maximum sweetness!
✔ Crispy Bacon – Make sure the bacon is crispy and crumbled into small, bite-sized pieces. This will ensure it adds the right texture to the cake without overwhelming the flavors.
✔ Customize the Frosting – If you’re a peanut butter lover, feel free to add more peanut butter to the frosting for a stronger flavor. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or chocolate chips for a fun twist.
✔ Make It Ahead of Time – This cake is great for making ahead. Simply store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Final Thoughts
The Elvis Presley Sheet Cake is a delightful tribute to one of the greatest rock-and-roll legends of all time. With its banana cake, creamy peanut butter frosting, and crispy bacon topping, it’s a dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and savory flavor in every bite. Whether you’re an Elvis fan or just love trying new and unique desserts, this cake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or family celebration.
Give this decadent cake a try, and let it become your go-to dessert for adding a little extra flair and flavor to any occasion! 🎸🍌🥓
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