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Hawaiian Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake

Indulge in Hawaiian Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake Delight

This Hawaiian Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake combines tropical flavors for an irresistibly moist and flavorful dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Uncategorized
Cuisine Hawaiian
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Baking Pans
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for structure
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps create a light texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Enhances fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warm spice flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1¼ cups granulated sugar Adjust to taste
  • ½ cup brown sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor
  • 4 large eggs Binds ingredients together
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Keeps cake moist
  • 2 cups finely grated carrots Adds moisture and sweetness
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple Infuses tropical flavor
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts Optional for crunch

For the Frosting

  • 8 ounces cream cheese Key ingredient for frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Sweetens frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking pans with butter or cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  • In another bowl, blend the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil, beating until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until combined.
  • Fold in the grated carrots and drained crushed pineapple, adding walnuts if desired.
  • Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  • Once cool, frost one layer and top with the second layer, then frost the entire cake.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cake, carrot cake, cream cheese frosting, dessert, Hawaiian Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake, tropical flavors
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