Introduction
This Carrot and Pineapple Cake is a delightful combination of sweet, moist, and naturally flavorful ingredients. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or just a treat to brighten your day, it’s rich in texture, easy to make, and bursting with tropical notes from fresh pineapple and warm spices from grated carrots.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 cups grated carrots
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3–4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: toasted coconut or chopped walnuts for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan
