Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake. A moist and tender cake filled with grated carrots, crushed pineapple, coconut, and nuts, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Combine and Bake: Gradually add dry mix to wet mix. Fold in carrots, pineapple, coconut, and nuts. Divide batter into pans, bake for 30-35 mins.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream until smooth.
- Frost and Chill: Frost cooled cakes, layer if desired, and chill for 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can bake this cake in a 9×13-inch pan if preferred.
- Toast nuts and coconut for extra flavor depth.
- Flavors improve when made a day ahead. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 41 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
