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Carrot Cake w/ Pineapple
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Carrot Cake w/ Pineapple

Carrot Cake w/ Pineapple creates a divine flavor combination, finished with a creamy, decadent frosting. So tasty, and great for any occasion.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword carrot cake, cream cheese frosting, pineapple
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 15 servings
Calories 571kcal

Ingredients

Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups carrots grated
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • ½ cup walnuts chopped - or pecans, optional

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup butter unsalted - softened
  • 4 cups confectioner’s sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl.
  • Beat the eggs in a separate bowl and then add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and nuts (if using).
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and spread it into a smooth, even layer.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. You can also gently press the center with your finger. If it springs back, the cake is done.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely.

Frosting

  • Beat the cream cheese and butter together in a mixing bowl.
  • Slowly add the confectioner’s sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  • Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
  • Slice the cake into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 571kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 215mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 54g | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 38g