Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake : Moist & Tropical
Indulge your taste buds with the Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake: Moist & Tropical, a delightful dessert that seamlessly combines the sweetness of crushed pineapple with the earthiness of grated carrots. This cake is not only incredibly moist but also bursting with tropical flavors, making it perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy weeknight treats. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon 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 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in grated carrots and crushed pineapple until well combined.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until just combined.
- If using walnuts, gently fold them into the batter.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and stir in vanilla extract and optional pineapple juice.
- Once cooled, frost the cake layers generously and decorate as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg