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Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake

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A tropical twist on classic carrot cake, combining the flavors of sweet pineapple, warm spices, and creamy cream cheese frosting. A moist, flavorful cake perfect for any occasion! #CarrotPineappleCake #TropicalCake #CarrotCake #HawaiianCake #CreamCheeseFrosting

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cake Pans:

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

  • Mix the Dry Ingredients:

    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

  • Combine Wet Ingredients:

    • Add the vegetable oil and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.

  • Add the Carrots, Pineapple, and Walnuts:

    • Stir in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, vanilla extract, and chopped walnuts (if using).

  • Bake the Cakes:

    • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
    • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  • Cool the Cakes:

    • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

  • Frost the Cake:

    • While the cakes cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
    • Once the cakes are cool, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.

  • Serve:

    • Slice and enjoy this delicious, tropical carrot pineapple cake!

Notes

  • To add an extra touch, sprinkle some chopped walnuts or shredded coconut on top of the frosting.
  • For a dairy-free version, you can substitute a non-dairy cream cheese for the frosting.

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