Here’s a recipe for a delicious Carrot Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, walnuts or pecans (if using), and shredded coconut (if using).
2. Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and then add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired glaze consistency.
4. Glaze the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top.
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Carrot Pineapple Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze!
