Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake Recipe

Unearth a vintage baking treasure! This Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake recipe comes from a collection of handwritten recipe cards – a true culinary antique. Get ready to bake a moist and delicious cake with a surprisingly delightful pineapple topping. Perfect for family gatherings or a nostalgic treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 486.1 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake

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How to Make Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and water according to the cake mix box instructions.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  5. While the cake cools, prepare the pineapple topping: In a medium bowl, combine the instant pudding mix, Cool Whip, and crushed pineapple. Mix until well combined.
  6. Once the cake is completely cool, gently pour the pineapple juice evenly over the top of the cake, allowing it to soak in.
  7. Spread the pineapple topping evenly over the soaked cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

179g

Fat

46g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake?

Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake?

Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake has approximately 486.1 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake?

The key ingredients for Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Butter, Eggs, Mandarin Oranges, Cool Whip, Crushed Pineapple. See the full list with measurements above.

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