Description
Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake offers a delightful twist on the classic carrot cake with tropical flavors. The combination of pineapple and shredded coconut adds extra moisture and a sweet, fruity taste. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is a perfect choice for any occasion, bringing a touch of the tropics to your dessert table.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup finely grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add Carrots and Pineapple: Mix in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped walnuts.
- Combine and Bake: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy. Fold in the crushed pineapple.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and sides. Garnish with additional shredded coconut or chopped walnuts if desired.
Notes
- Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake adds a tropical twist to traditional carrot cake. The pineapple and coconut enhance the cake’s moisture and flavor, making it an ideal dessert for any celebration or as a special treat.
- Ensure the cake is fully cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
