Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that brings the essence of the islands to your table. This cake features a harmonious blend of grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut, all topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or any celebration, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its unique flavors and vibrant ingredients. Easy to make and versatile enough for any occasion, it’s a dessert that will transport you to paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- For Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, ½ cup unsalted butter, 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil and sugar until blended. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined. Fold in carrots, pineapple, and coconut.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Frost cooled cakes and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg