Best Ever Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake – Moist & Tropical Layers!

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Created on July 24th, 2025 at 09:53 am

Easy Carrot Cake with Pineapple and Walnuts – Beginner Baking Recipe

Moist Pineapple Carrot Cake

Craving something fruity, moist, and utterly irresistible? This Pineapple Carrot Cream Cake is a tropical twist on a classic—sweet pineapple, fresh carrots, and velvety cream cheese frosting make every bite a sunny delight. ☀️

⏱️ Time Breakdown:

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices

📝 Ingredients List:

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups grated carrots (fresh)
1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp pineapple juice (optional)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep Pans
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk granulated and brown sugar with eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
Add grated carrots and pineapple 🍍—mix until well combined.

4. Bring it All Together
Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gradually. Stir gently until just combined (don’t overmix!).
Fold in walnuts if using.

5. Bake
Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes. A toothpick should come out clean.

6. Cool Down
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Make the Frosting
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add powdered sugar slowly until light and fluffy.
Stir in vanilla and pineapple juice for an extra tropical zing 🌴.

8. Frost & Assemble
Place one cake layer on your serving plate. Frost the top.
Add the second layer and cover the top and sides. Garnish with walnuts or pineapple slices if desired.

💡 Pro Tips Section:

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Make-Ahead: Bake cake layers the day before and frost when ready to serve.
Substitutions: Replace half the oil with applesauce for a lighter version.
Serving Ideas: Top with whipped cream or serve chilled with iced tea 🧊.

📊 Nutrition Info Table:

Serving Size	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber	Sugar
1 slice	420	5g	40g	24g	3g	28g

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.