Nutty Carrot and Pineapple Cake

This moist carrot cake is enhanced with crushed pineapple and chopped nuts, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, it's perfect for any occasion.

A beautifully decorated Nutty Carrot and Pineapple Cake on a rustic wooden table, showcasing its layers and cream cheese frosting, with fresh carrots and pineapple in the background.
Flavor-Based Cakes Carrot Cakes carrot cake pineapple nuts cream cheese frosting dessert
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Step 1:

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Step 2:

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

  3. Step 3:

    In another bowl, beat together the oil and eggs until well combined.

  4. Step 4:

    Stir in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped nuts into the wet mixture.

  5. Step 5:

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

  6. Step 6:

    Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  7. Step 7:

    In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

  8. Step 8:

    Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly on top.

  9. Step 9:

    Slice the cake and serve it to your guests. Enjoy!
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