Description
If you’re seeking a delightful dessert that brings a taste of the tropics to your table, look no further than this Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake: Moist & Tropical. This moist cake combines the natural sweetness of grated carrots and crushed pineapple, creating a luscious treat perfect for any occasion. Topped with a creamy frosting that complements its flavors, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that even novice bakers can master, making it ideal for birthdays, potlucks, or simply as a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 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)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two cake pans by greasing them or lining with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in grated carrots and crushed pineapple.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chopped walnuts if desired.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, beat cream cheese and butter for the frosting; gradually add powdered sugar and stir in vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg