Description
A delightful dessert combining grated carrots and crushed pineapple in a light, fluffy batter for a comforting experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a sheet cake pan.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Mix the oil, eggs, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and vanilla in another bowl.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving. Optional: Frost with cream cheese frosting if desired.
Notes
To elevate the cake, choose fresh ingredients, grate carrots finely, and avoid overmixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg