Description

A moist and warmly spiced carrot bundt cake made with grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and a blend of cozy spices. Topped with a smooth cream cheese glaze, this cake is perfect for holidays, brunches, or an everyday sweet treat.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

1/2 tsp ground ginger

1 cup vegetable oil

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

4 large eggs

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 1/2 cups finely grated carrots

1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

2–3 tbsp milk

1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-cup bundt pan thoroughly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
In a large bowl, mix the vegetable oil with granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Fold in the grated carrots and crushed pineapple.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in nuts if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Notes

Use freshly grated carrots for the best moisture and texture.

The cake can be made a day in advance and glazed before serving.

Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.

Freeze the cake (unglazed) wrapped well for up to 3 months.

Optional add-ins include golden raisins, toasted coconut, or orange zest.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 410
Sugar: 31g
Sodium: 260mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg