Description
A warm and comforting cake that combines the earthiness of carrots with the brightness of pineapple, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pineapple chunks (for garnish)
- Shredded carrots (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth and glossy.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Spread frosting over the cooled cake and garnish as desired.
Notes
For a nut-free version, simply omit the walnuts. This cake can also be made into cupcakes, adjusting the baking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cake, dessert, pineapple, carrot, family recipe