Hawaiian Carrot Pineapple Cake

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, coconut, and nuts (if using).
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool completely before frosting or serving.

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