Description
A delicious and moist Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups freshly grated carrots
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp pineapple juice (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with the vegetable oil and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in the grated carrots and drained pineapple.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts and shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer the cake to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract and pineapple juice, if using.
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Slice the cake into squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, add more crushed pineapple to the batter.
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake, Carrot Cake, Pineapple Cake, Dessert Recipe