Gluten Free Carrot Cake with Pineapple

Total time2 hr 5 min

Prep time30 min

Cook time35 min

This layered cake is packed with finely grated carrots and well-drained crushed pineapple, giving every bite a moist, tender crumb warmed with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. A handful of chopped walnuts or pecans adds a nice crunch against the softness of the cake, and the two rounds bake up tall with clean, springy tops. The whole thing gets swept in a fluffy cream cheese frosting, beaten until light and spreadable, then chilled just long enough to firm up so each slice holds its shape. It's a showstopper for a spring gathering or a birthday table, and it's a great option to add to your gluten free baking rotation.

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the cake

2 cups all-purpose flour
King Arthur Baking Company Gluten-Free Measure For Measure Flour Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking Flour Pillsbury Best Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Blend - 24 Oz Bob's Red Mill Baking Flour, 1 to 1, Gluten Free King Arthur Gluten Free Measure for Measure Flour
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Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups finely grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, well drained
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

For the frosting

16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans, line the bottoms with parchment paper, and grease the parchment.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.

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