Comments on: Hummingbird Cake

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:54:16 +0000

In reply to Lola. I think I would probably toast the walnuts. :)

By: falak

falak — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:28:51 +0000

“It looks like this hummingbird cake will be delicious! Bananas, pineapple, and spicy spices sound like the perfect combination.

By: falak

falak — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:15:15 +0000

This Hummingbird Cake looks absolutely delicious! It sounds like a fantastic combination of banana, pineapple, and spices.

By: Lola

Lola — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:25:22 +0000

In reply to Sam Merritt. Thank you so much! I forgot to ask, if using walnuts, would I toast those like you recommend with the pecans or no? I know they are quite different. Thanks!

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:30:09 +0000

In reply to Lola. Hi Lola! This should work just fine as cupcakes. I would bake them on the same temperature for around 17-19 minutes, but you will want to keep an eye on them. :)

By: Lola

Lola — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:33:55 +0000

Hi Sam! Can these be made into cupcakes? If so, could you provide baking time please. Thank you!

By: Mands

Mands — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:16:36 +0000

I made this for a colleague today..Everyone loved it.. I was super proud

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:06:49 +0000

In reply to Megan. Hi Megan! I'm so glad you enjoyed the cake! I haven't tried it in a loaf pan so I can't say for sure how it would turn out.

By: Megan

Megan — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 02:03:26 +0000

I made this cake and it was a HUGE hit! I was wondering, can this be made into a quick loaf (put in a loaf pan)?

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Sun, 03 May 2026 16:44:32 +0000

In reply to georgina. I hope she loves the cake, Georgina! :)

By: georgina

georgina — Sun, 03 May 2026 11:16:01 +0000

I LOVE this cake. My daughter has been asking for it for every birthday since she was 7 years old – I’ll be going to her graduation this year (with her favourite cake of course).

By: Polly

Polly — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:52:58 +0000

I had not made this cake in about 7 years. forgot how good it smelled cooking my husband will love it tomorrow. thanks for sharing this recipe.

By: CJ.

CJ. — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:18:20 +0000

To me it did not taste like the classic hummingbird. Cannot believe I am saying this because I look for things that are not so sweet, but it wasn’t sweet enough? I am sure with the frosting it would be, but I like to eat cake without frosting. I feel like a cake recipe should be able to stand alone and the frosting be the literal “icing on the cake”. I didn’t feel that way about this one though

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:10:43 +0000

In reply to Kathie. Hi Kathie! I haven’t personally tried adding coconut to the cake, but I have had others report using up to 3/4 cup of coconut with success. I hope you love the cake! :)

By: Kathie

Kathie — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:08:21 +0000

Getting ready to make this cake. Can coconut be another ingredient for the cake and/or icing?

By: Scott Rogers

Scott Rogers — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:44:43 +0000

I made it with your recipe.
As a 30-year baker I went back through and made some addendums.
I didn’t think there was much flavor here.
My bananas were ripe and I went according to your directions.
On my second attempt I added two teaspoons of banana extract.
I added add two cups of golden raisins chopped.(if you’re golden raisins are too hard soak them and boiling water for 15 minutes and drain them) I did two cips of ground walnuts.
Pecans are too hard and walnuts have a more buttery flavor.
I also doubled the vanilla and used dark brown sugar to give it a beautiful color and a little bit more of a caramel undertone from the extra molasses.
It came out perfect, The recipe is wonderful as far as the consistency of the cake so I applaud you, it was very moist.
I didn’t find it had flavor I just found it was very sweet and with these changes I was very happy with it.

By: Lori

Lori — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:04:58 +0000

In reply to Sam Merritt. Thank you Sam! Have a Blessed Easter!

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:14:33 +0000

In reply to Lori. Hi Lori! You could split this batter into 3 pans or increase the recipe by 50% to get three layers. Your bake times may vary. :)

By: Lori

Lori — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:45:04 +0000

Can I use your recipe to make a three layer cake? I’ve done some research and found that the three layer is the traditional version. it looks like the same amount of eggs oil and flour are used in three layer recipes. the only difference in your recipe is using the dark brown sugar. thank you!

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:28:32 +0000

In reply to Sharon Hines. Hi Sharon! Thank you so much for your support! I have not personally done this in a 9 x 13, but you shouldn't have any issues doing so. I'm not sure on a bake time though so just keep an eye on it. Enjoy! :)

By: Sharon Hines

Sharon Hines — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:36:35 +0000

I’ve never made Hummingbird Cake but want to. I enjoy your recipes and watching your videos. As I’m transporting this cake, I wanted to bake in a 9×13 dish. Do you recommend? Thank you.

By: Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

Emily @ Sugar Spun Run — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:08:48 +0000

In reply to Hellina Ann Mckinney. Thanks for using our recipe, Hellina! We're so happy it's been such a hit for you

By: Hellina Ann Mckinney

Hellina Ann Mckinney — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:00:43 +0000

I made hummingbird cake and omg everyone didn’t heard of it or try it they absolutely love it I also made one for a neighbor for her late birthday.

By: Sam Merritt

Sam Merritt — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:25:21 +0000

In reply to Sophie. Hi Sophie! Unfortunately I have not personally tried this one in 6" pans so I can't say for sure what the bake time would be. The temperature would remain the same. :)

By: Sophie

Sophie — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:55:53 +0000

I was wanting to bake this in 6 X 2″ pans. Do you have any suggestions on temperature and timing?