Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking sodaADVERTISEMENT
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oilADVERTISEMENT
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softenedADVERTISEMENT
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pineapple chunks and shredded carrots, for garnish
Directions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
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2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Cinnamon
- Salt
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, beat:
- Sugar
- EggsADVERTISEMENT
- Vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
until smooth and well combined.
4. Combine & Fold
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir until just incorporated. Fold in:
- Grated carrots
- Crushed pineapple
- Walnuts (optional)
5. Bake
Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
6. Prepare Frosting
Beat the cream cheese and butter together until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth.
7. Decorate
Spread the frosting over the cooled cake. Garnish with pineapple chunks and shredded carrot for a vibrant finish.
Time & Yield
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
Tips & Variations
- Add golden raisins or coconut flakes to the batter for a tropical twist.
- Toast the walnuts for deeper flavor.
- Make it a layered cake by dividing batter between two 9-inch round pans and layering with frosting.
Tools You’ll Need
- Mixing bowls
- Hand or stand mixer
- 9×13-inch baking pan
- Spatula
- Cooling rack