Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake
Moist, Tropical, and Irresistibly Rich—This Cake Is Like Sunshine on a Plate!
If you’re craving a cake that combines tropical sweetness with a rich, comforting flavor, look no further than Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake. This cake is a perfect blend of warm, spiced carrot cake with a tropical twist of crushed pineapple and a luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s moist, flavorful, and just the right balance of sweetness and tang. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just because, this cake will definitely steal the show!
What You’ll Need (Makes about 12 servings):
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 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, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pineapple chunks and shredded carrots, for garnish (optional)
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