Jailhouse Rock Cake
This Jailhouse Rock Cake is an old-school classic packed with crushed pineapple and crunchy nuts, drenched in a warm vanilla glaze. It’s moist, sweet, and melts in your mouth—perfect for potlucks, holidays, or whenever you need a retro dessert fix.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 cups – Provides soft, tender structure.
- Granulated Sugar: 1 3/4 cups – Sweetens and keeps the cake moist.
- Baking Soda: 2 teaspoons – Helps the cake rise and stay fluffy.
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon – Balances the sweetness.
- Crushed Pineapple: 1 can (20 oz, undrained) – Delivers moisture and fruity flavor.
- Eggs: 2 large – Binds and enriches the batter.
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon – Adds warmth and depth.
- Chopped Pecans or Walnuts: 1 cup – Brings nutty crunch.
- Butter: 1/2 cup – Base of the sweet, rich glaze.
- Evaporated Milk: 3/4 cup – Makes the glaze creamy and luscious.
- Granulated Sugar (Glaze): 1 cup – Sweetens and thickens the glaze.
- Vanilla Extract (Glaze): 1 teaspoon – Finishes the glaze with smooth flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir in undrained pineapple, eggs, and vanilla until fully combined. Fold in chopped nuts.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Assemble the Dish: Ensure batter is evenly distributed and tap pan gently to settle.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Finishing Touches: While baking, prepare glaze. In a saucepan, combine butter, evaporated milk, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour glaze over hot cake and let it soak for 15–20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not drain the pineapple—its juice keeps the cake moist.
- Pour the glaze while the cake is still hot for best absorption.
- Toasted nuts add extra flavor and crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp or refrigerated.
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