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Carrot Cake with Pineapple

A delightful and moist cake that combines the sweetness of carrots and pineapple, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g brown sugar
  • 240 ml vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Main Ingredients

  • 300 g finely grated carrots Use fresh grated carrots for the best flavor.
  • 225 g crushed pineapple Make sure to drain well.
  • 100 g chopped walnuts or pecans Optional.

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 120 g powdered sugar
  • 60 g cream cheese, softened
  • 1-2 tbsp milk
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and nuts (if using).
  • Divide the batter equally between the prepared pans.

Baking

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Glaze Preparation

  • To make the glaze, beat together the powdered sugar, cream cheese, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Once the cakes are cool, spread the cream cheese glaze on top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top with more glaze.

Notes

Serve the cake at room temperature. Pairs well with tea or coffee. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
Keyword Birthday Cake, Carrot Cake, Cream Cheese Glaze, moist cake, Pineapple Cake
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