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Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake

A delightful dessert that blends the earthy sweetness of carrots with the juicy essence of pineapple, enveloped in rich cream cheese frosting.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Serving Size 12 servings

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts optional

Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon pineapple juice optional, for extra flavor

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  • Stir in the grated carrots and crushed pineapple, mixing until combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

Baking

  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Frosting Preparation

  • While the cakes are baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract and pineapple juice for an extra tropical flavor.

Assembly

  • Once the cakes are baked and cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread with a generous amount of frosting.
  • Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  • Garnish with additional chopped walnuts or pineapple slices as desired.

Notes

Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid excess moisture, which can make the cake too dense. Use fresh carrots, and grate them right before use for the best flavor and texture. Consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of coconut extract to enhance the flavor.