I had never heard of a Hummingbird Cake until I Googled "cake with bananas and pineapple." Apparently the origin of the name is not known - only speculation is maybe it has something to do with the sugary goodness like the nectar hummingbirds love to feed upon.
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| The inspiration. Who knew something would actually come up when Googling these
 2 main ingredients?
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| I should have disguised the sides with chopped pecans, but I made this nut free.
 The top looked pretty though!
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| Wonderful flavors and very moist! | 
Hummingbird Cake - Food Network 
My grandmother (may she rest in peace) LOVED hummingbirds! I didn't know there was such a thing as a Hummingbird Cake! I will try making this in her memory. Thank you so much for sharing it!
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Pia - You'll love how moist this cake is! I think Grandma would smile : )
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