Description
These Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cakes are a simple yet sophisticated dish perfect for any occasion. Juicy, tender carrots and sweet pineapple are baked into a moist cake, then topped with tangy cream cheese frosting. It’s a perfect dessert for birthdays, holidays, or just an everyday treat. The blend of flavors will surely impress!
Ingredients
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4 ripe but firm carrots, grated
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1 ½ cups crushed canned pineapple (drained)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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1 tsp baking soda
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp nutmeg
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½ tsp salt
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4 large eggs
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1 cup vegetable oil
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup butter, softened
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4 cups powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots and drained pineapple. Stir well.
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In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Add the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
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Once the cakes have cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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For extra flavor, add chopped walnuts or shredded coconut to the batter before baking.
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Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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If you prefer a different frosting, you can use whipped cream or buttercream instead of cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes