Elvis Presley Cake
A nostalgic and delicious cake that combines creamy banana, rich vanilla frosting, and crunchy peanuts, perfect for any occasion.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 450kcal
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Fluff with a fork before measuring.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 2 cups unsalted butter Room temperature, 1 cup for cake and 1 cup for frosting.
- 2 cups granulated sugar Pure cane sugar recommended.
- 4 large eggs Use room temperature eggs.
- 1 cup buttermilk Gives extra moisture; substitute with milk + lemon juice if needed.
- 0.5 cup mashed ripe bananas Use overripe bananas for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pure extract preferred.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder For raising the cake.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Works in combination with the baking powder.
For the Frosting
- 4 cups powdered sugar For smooth, cloud-like frosting.
- 0.25 cups heavy cream or milk Cream for richness, milk for lightness.
Toppings and Extras
- 0.5 cup crushed roasted peanuts For that signature crunch.
- 0.5 cup candied bacon Optional, can be skipped.
- to taste mini peanut butter cups or banana slices For decoration, choose your favorites.
- to taste edible gold glitter For a glam finish.
- to taste chocolate ganache drizzle Use your favorite dark chocolate.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Pour in buttermilk and gently fold in mashed bananas.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Baking
- Divide the batter into prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting.
Frosting and Assembly
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla.
- Spread frosting on the top of one cake and sprinkle with peanuts (and bacon if using).
- Place the second cake on top and frost the entire cake.
- Decorate with chocolate ganache, peanut butter cups, banana slices, and edible gold glitter.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner layers.
