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Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake

Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake That's Moist and Irresistible

Enjoy the tropical flavors of Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake with juicy pineapple and coconut, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free blend for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon consider using nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt standard table salt
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil can use melted coconut oil
  • 3 Large Eggs can use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 2 cups Grated Carrots fresh is best
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple drain well
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut can be omitted
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts (optional) substitute with pecans or omit
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese use vegan for non-dairy
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can substitute with margarine
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the oil and eggs until smooth, then fold in carrots, pineapple, coconut, and walnuts.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  9. Once cakes are cool, frost the top of one layer, add the second layer, and frost the whole cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure crushed pineapple is well-drained to avoid excess moisture. Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting.

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