Description
Hawaiian Pineapple Carrot Cake is a delicious, moist dessert featuring grated carrots, crushed pineapple, warm cinnamon, and optional walnuts, all topped with creamy cream cheese frosting for a sweet, tropical twist perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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)
Cream Cheese Frosting
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish (optional)
Pineapple chunks
Shredded carrots
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Fold in carrots, pineapple, and walnuts if using.
Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
For the frosting: beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until smooth.
Spread frosting over cooled cake and garnish with pineapple and carrot shreds.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 40 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American