TROPICAL CARROT CAKE

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I look forward to August because our family reunion means fun and great food, like this classic cake with the special flair it gets from pineapple. My great-aunt gave me this recipe, and I always make it for the reunion. -Victoria Casey, Enterprise, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 large eggs
3/4 cup canola oil
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups finely shredded carrots
1 cup raisins
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
4 to 4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs, oil and buttermilk. Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; add to egg mixture and mix well. Stir in vanilla, carrots, raisins, pineapple, walnuts and coconut; mix well. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool. , For frosting, beat all ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Frost cake.

Nutrition Facts :

Nora Chavez
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I'm going to give this recipe a try. I love pineapple and coconut, so I'm sure I'll love this cake.


Sophia Bartolomeo
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it might be too sweet for my taste.


Mahr Muhammad Arshad Dullu
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Labu Khan
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This cake is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's sure to be a hit at any party.


Scxtty Santana
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover pineapple and coconut.


Brandon Birdsong
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This cake is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.


Kausar Islam
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I would definitely make this cake again. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Jibran malik
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It's easy to make and the cake is moist and flavorful. I would recommend it to others.


Kisira Kizito
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The frosting was a bit too sweet for my liking. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Mia Sausedo
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I found that the cake was a bit dry. I think I might add some extra pineapple or coconut next time.


RED KERALA
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This cake is a bit on the sweet side for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect for a special occasion.


Hackar Sk
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I'm not a big fan of cream cheese frosting, so I used a whipped cream frosting instead. It was a great choice and it paired perfectly with the cake.


Samkelo Mamba
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This cake is so easy to make. I was able to whip it up in no time.


Gulaam Murtaza
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I love that this recipe uses fresh pineapple and coconut. It really gives the cake a tropical flair.


Sophie Crisel
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was light and fluffy.


Benny Maybach
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This is the best carrot cake I've ever had! The pineapple and coconut give it such a unique and delicious flavor.


itzjiyabluepop
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


willow willow
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the moist texture and the tropical flavors.


Cimmy John
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of carrot cake, but I'm so glad I did! The pineapple and coconut perfectly complemented the carrot and spice flavors.


maqsood rana
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This tropical carrot cake was a delightful surprise! The pineapple and coconut added a unique and refreshing twist to the classic carrot cake flavor.


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