Decadent Carrot Cake with Pineapple

How to Make Decadent Carrot Cake with Pineapple at Home

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Ingredients

• 2 cups carrots
• 2 cups gluten-free flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup crushed pineapple
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 third cup coconut oil
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons coconut milk

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until well combined.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, mix the crushed pineapple, vanilla extract, unsweetened applesauce, and melted coconut oil.

4. 4

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. 8

   While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting by mixing the powdered sugar and coconut milk in a bowl until smooth.

9. 9

   Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top.

10. 10

    Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

11. 11

    Optional: Decorate with additional grated carrots or pineapple on top. Slice and serve!