Description
Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake is a delightful tropical twist on the classic carrot cake. Bursting with grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and a blend of warm spices, this cake is topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any celebration or a special treat, it combines the rich flavors of carrot cake with the sweet, fruity notes of pineapple. Enjoy this moist and flavorful cake that is sure to impress family and friends!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 cups grated carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add vegetable oil and eggs to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Incorporate Carrots and Pineapple: Stir in grated carrots, crushed pineapple, vanilla extract, and optional chopped walnuts.
- Divide Batter: Pour the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost: Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Pineapple Drainage: Ensure that the crushed pineapple is thoroughly drained to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
Walnut Option: Chopped walnuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted if desired.
Frosting Tip: For best results, use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother frosting texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
