Best 16 Carrot And Pineapple Cake Recipes

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Carrot and pineapple cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that combines the sweetness of pineapple with the earthiness of carrots. With a fluffy crumb and a tangy cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering. While there are many variations of this classic recipe, the ingredients and steps provided here will guide you through the process of creating a delicious and unforgettable carrot and pineapple cake.

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PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE



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Consider this one of Betty's best-kept secrets. While you can't go wrong with our classic Carrot Cake recipe, this carrot cake with pineapple offers a tangy, tropical twist. This from-scratch version has all the traditional ingredients you'd expect in carrot cake, including warming spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a homemade cream cheese frosting, so you know it'll live up to its name. In addition, it has juicy crushed pineapple stirred right into the batter, so this sensational spiced cake turns out ultra moist and utterly delectable!

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups grated raw carrots (medium grate)
4 large eggs
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup canola or vegetable oil
8 ounces crushed pineapple, undrained
3 cups powdered sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) softened
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Add grated carrots and toss to coat. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, using medium speed of electric mixer, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla. Add oil and pineapple, mix well. In batches on low speed, add carrot mixture, mix until combined. Pour into your pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • To make the cream cheese frosting, run a dry whisk or fork through the powdered sugar to break up any lumps and set aside. In a medium mixing bowl, using electric mixer at medium speed, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until very smooth. Turn the mixer on low speed and add in the powdered sugar in batches.
  • Cool cake completely, about 1 hour. Frost with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 49 g, TransFat 0 g

CARROT PINEAPPLE CAKE I



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The carrots and pineapple work together to keep this cake moist and wholesome.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ¾ cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Make a well in the center and add sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla. Mix with wooden spoon until smooth. Stir in carrots, coconut, walnuts and pineapple.
  • Pour into 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes. Don't panic, the center will sink a little. Allow to cool.
  • To make the frosting: Cream the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the confectioners sugar and beat until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 287.7 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

PINEAPPLE CARROT BREAD



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My home is located in the Delaware Valley of Pennsylvania. This bread has the wonderful flavor of carrot cake, which is dearly loved in this part of the country. Because it's made with carrots, this bread is nutritious as well as economical-two important qualities in my home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup canola oil
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, optional
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons milk, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs; add carrots, oil, pineapple and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in nuts. , Spoon into two greased and floured 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. , If glaze is desired, combine confectioners' sugar and milk; drizzle over loaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARROT CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This rich, moist cake has all the flavor, without all the fat and calories. Because it is so full of carrots, pineapple, and nuts it is similar to a fruit bread. For the best flavor, bake the cake one day ahead.

Provided by Meghan Miller

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 10h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 19

cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
¾ cup buttermilk
¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups grated carrots
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained and juice reserved
1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese, softened
1 tablespoon reserved pineapple juice
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a bowl. Lightly beat eggs in a bowl; add white sugar, buttermilk, applesauce, oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and mix well. Stir buttermilk mixture, carrots, pecans, and drained pineapple into flour mixture just until mixed; pour into prepared dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool cake in baking dish on a wire rack, about 1 hour. Cover dish tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Beat Neufchatel cheese and 1 tablespoon reserved pineapple juice together in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth; add confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 pinch salt and beat until frosting is smooth. Spread frosting on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 329.3 mg, Sugar 51.5 g

CLASSIC CARROT CAKE



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I entered this yummy, moist cake in a Colorado Outfitters Association dessert contest. My carrot cake with pineapple earned first place! -Cheri Eby, Gunnison, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups shredded carrots (about 4 medium)
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup canola oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 13x9-in. baking dish., Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). In a large bowl, beat eggs, carrots, sugars, oil, drained pineapple and reserved juice until well blended. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually beat into carrot mixture until blended. Stir in walnuts. Transfer to prepared dish., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Fat 34g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

EASY CAKE MIX CARROT-PINEAPPLE CAKE



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So easy, don't drain the pineapple juice from the crushed pineapple! Serving are only estimated depending on the size you cut the pieces. My recipe#90142 works great with this cake ;-)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple (undrained)
1 (8 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix (do not use the "pudding added" cake mix for this)
1/3 cup mayonnaise or 1/3 cup salad dressing
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg
1 cup shedded carrot
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans
cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl whisk eggs, then add in all remaining ingredients except the cream cheese frosting; mix to combine well.
  • Transfer to prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until cake tests done.
  • Cool completely then frost with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.9, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 115.7, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 7.4, Protein 2.2

PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE



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This moist cake with cream cheese frosting is the best I've ever eaten. It's so simple, too, because it uses two jars of baby food instead of fresh carrots that need to be grated. -Jeanette McKenna, Vero Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
3 jars (4 ounces each ) carrot baby food
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
Additional chopped walnuts and edible blossoms, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the oil, eggs and baby food; mix on low speed until well blended. Stir in pineapple and nuts. Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla and confectioners' sugar until mixture reaches spreading consistency. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Garnish with nuts and blossoms if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 798 calories, Fat 46g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (70g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE



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A moist carrot cake with pineapple, chopped walnuts, and topped with an easy cream cheese frosting. This Pineapple Carrot Cake is perfect for Easter or carrot cake lovers!

Provided by Danielle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (180ml) canola or vegetable oil
4 large eggs (, room temperature)
1 and 1/2 cups (300 grams) light brown sugar
1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple (, drained)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 cups (300 grams) grated carrots (, lightly packed)
3/4 cup (90 grams) chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (75 grams) raisins ((optional))
1 (8-ounce) package brick style cream cheese (, softened to room temperature)
1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter (, softened to room temperature)
2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Add the grated carrots and chopped walnuts to the wet ingredients and stir until well combined.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix with a whisk or rubber spatula until just combined, making sure not to over mix the batter.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and spread around into one even layer. Bake at 350°F for 35-45 minutes or until the top of the cake is set and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. If needed, tent with foil for the last 15-20 minutes of baking to prevent excess browning on top of the cake.
  • Remove from the oven, transfer to a wire rack, and allow to cool completely in the pan.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a hand-held mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the butter and mix for about 30 seconds-1 minute until well combined and smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue mixing until fully combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • Using a knife or an offset spatula, top the cooled carrot cake with the cream cheese frosting. Slice into pieces, serve, and enjoy!

CARROT AND PINEAPPLE CAKE



Carrot and Pineapple Cake image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
3 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 pound carrots, grated
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
3/4 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pound confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter 2 (8-inch) round cake pans. Line with parchment paper, then butter and flour the pans.
  • For the cake: Beat the sugar, oil, and eggs together in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light yellow. Add the vanilla. In another bowl, sift together 2 1/2 cups flour, the cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Toss the raisins and walnuts with 1 tablespoon flour. Fold in the carrots and pineapple. Add to the batter and mix well.
  • Divide the batter equally between the 2 pans. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans set over a wire rack.
  • For the frosting: Mix the cream cheese, butter and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until just combined. Add the sugar and mix until smooth.
  • Place 1 layer, flat-side up, on a flat plate or cake pedestal. With a knife or offset spatula, spread the top with frosting. Place the second layer on top, rounded side up, and spread the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with diced pineapple.

CARROT PINEAPPLE CAKE



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Provided by Isabel Costa

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup unsalted butter, plus butter for greasing pan
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup finely grated raw carrots
1 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
1 cup pecan pieces
Orange sauce (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Cream butter, sugar and eggs.
  • Sift together flour, salt, cinnamon and baking soda and add to butter-egg mixture. Add vanilla, carrots, pineapple, coconut and nuts.
  • Pour into greased 9-inch angel-food cake pan and bake 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest about 10 minutes.
  • While cake is still warm, remove from pan and, using a large fork or skewer, poke many holes in top. Slowly pour the hot sauce over the cake and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 505, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 305 milligrams, Sugar 36 grams, TransFat 1 gram

CARROT AND PINEAPPLE BREAD



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If you like carrot cake, you'll surely enjoy the taste of this lovely loaf shared by Sue Yount of McBain, Michigan. Each moist slice is chock-full of shredded carrot, crushed pineapple and crunchy chopped walnuts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup finely shredded carrot
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar and oil; add carrot, pineapple and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts. Pour into two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans., Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARROT PINEAPPLE CAKE II



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A dense and heavy carrot cake with pineapple and nuts.

Provided by Denise

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup grated carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch round pan. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in carrots, pineapple and chopped nuts.
  • Pour batter into a 9 inch pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.7 calories, Carbohydrate 70.9 g, Cholesterol 104.6 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 571 mg, Sugar 44.3 g

CARROT PINEAPPLE CAKE III



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This is a hearty carrot cake with all the trimmings. Try it frosted with a cream cheese icing.

Provided by Denise

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
3 eggs
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup grated carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8 inch round cake pans.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar and brown sugar. Stir in the eggs one at a time beating well after each. Sift together the flour, salt, cinnamon, baking soda and baking powder, stir into the creamed mixture. Finally stir in the vanilla, carrots, pineapple and walnuts. Divide batter evenly between the two pans. Don 't worry about filling them too full, as this cake does not rise very much.
  • Bake for 60 to 75 minutes in the preheated oven. Test for doneness with a toothpick or knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 52.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 291.7 mg, Sugar 23.1 g

CARROT AND PINEAPPLE CAKE - INA GARTEN



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Not only does this moist cake look beautiful but it tastes fantastic as well. The cream cheese frosting compliments the pineapple in the cake and the carrots and raisins as well. This is the best carrot cake I have had in years!

Provided by Alliegal

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 2 layer cake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
3 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 lb carrot, grated
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
3/4 lb cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 lb unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 lb confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter 2 (8-inch) round cake pans. Line with parchment paper, then butter and flour the pans.
  • For the cake:.
  • Beat the sugar, oil, and eggs together in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light yellow. Add the vanilla. In another bowl, sift together 2 1/2 cups flour, the cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Toss the raisins and walnuts with 1 tablespoon flour. Fold in the carrots and pineapple. Add to the batter and mix well.
  • Divide the batter equally between the 2 pans. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans set over a wire rack.
  • For the frosting:.
  • Mix the cream cheese, butter and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until just combined. Add the sugar and mix until smooth.
  • Place 1 layer, flat-side up, on a flat plate or cake pedestal. With a knife or offset spatula, spread the top with frosting. Place the second layer on top, rounded side up, and spread the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with diced pineapple.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1451.6, Fat 86.6, SaturatedFat 30.3, Cholesterol 199.8, Sodium 844.4, Carbohydrate 163.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 121.5, Protein 13.8

CARROT CAKE WITH CRUSHED PINEAPPLE AND PECANS



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This recipe for carrot cake with crushed pineapple and pecans was given to my mother in 1976. This takes quite a bit of prep, but is well worth the time and effort. Ice with your favorite cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Laurie Byrnes

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups canola oil
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups finely grated carrots, or more to taste
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round or square cake pans.
  • Sift flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract together in another bowl until well blended. Add the dry ingredients gradually until well mixed. Fold in carrots, pineapple, coconut, and pecans. Divide batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.5 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 349.9 mg, Sugar 40 g

CARROT & PINEAPPLE BUNDT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Carrot & Pineapple Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting image

My SIL wanted a carrot cake for her birthday. I am not keen on layered cakes. They are too much of a pain to make. Bundt cakes have the less hassle and pretty presentation factor. My first attempt was in a more complex designed bundt pan and it was a flop! Use a simple design bundt pan, make sure to grease it up really well, and flour it.

Provided by Aussie-In-California

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 Cake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 cups flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
2 cups carrots, grated
3 eggs, room temperature beaten
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
4 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup butter
2 teaspoons milk
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • CAKE: Grease and lightly flour bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl mix together flour, sugars, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Drain crushed pineapple reserve the drained juice.
  • In medium sized bowl separate bowl mix the pineapple juice, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla and mix well.
  • Add wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix for 3 minutes or until well incorporated.
  • Stir in carrots, crushed pineapple and chopped pecans.
  • Pour into pan and Bake at 325°F for 1 1/4 hours (check after one hour with a toothpick and remove cake when the pick comes out dry).
  • Let the cake cool for 20 mins in the pan and then turn out onto cooling rack. Do not frost till completely cool.
  • ICING/FROSTING: Mix sugar, cream cheese, butter, milk and vanilla. Fold in chopped pecans and spread onto cool cake.

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful cake, use fresh, ripe carrots and pineapple. Grating the carrots and pineapple finely will help them distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  • Creaming the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is essential for a tender and airy cake. Make sure to beat them for at least 2 minutes on high speed.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the cake from curdling.
  • Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even baking. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean when the cake is done.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Carrot and pineapple cake is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed all year round. It is perfect for potlucks, parties, or simply as a sweet treat. With its moist texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and beautiful appearance, carrot and pineapple cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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