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Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple cake

Moist Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake for Tropical Bliss

This Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake combines sweet grated carrots and juicy crushed pineapple for a moist dessert that will transport you to a sun-soaked island.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour opt for unbleached for a purer taste
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar brown sugar can be a lovely substitute
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple fresh pineapple is a delightful alternative
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts optional
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks optional
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Carrots optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • greased cake pans
  • wire racks

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat ovens to 350°F (175°C) and gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Step 2: Mix dry ingredients: whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Step 3: Combine wet ingredients: blend sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Stir in grated carrots and crushed pineapple into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.
  5. Step 5: Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
  6. Step 6: Pour batter evenly into prepared cake pans, leveling the tops for even baking.
  7. Step 7: Bake for approximately 40 minutes, performing the toothpick test to check doneness.
  8. Step 8: Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Step 9: Prepare frosting by beating together cream cheese and butter, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until airy.
  10. Step 10: Frost the top of one cooled cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.
  11. Step 11: Garnish cake with pineapple chunks or shredded carrots before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 3400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results. Store in an airtight container.

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