Hop into Easter with a twist on a classic favourite—our delicious carrot and pineapple cake! This moist delight features a zesty blend of spices, sweet grated carrots, and a hint of crushed pineapple. A dash of Banhoek Chilli Oil adds a surprising zing, taking it to the next level.
Topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting and crunchy pecans, this cake is not just a treat but a stunning centrepiece for your festive table. Perfect for sharing (or sneaking a slice for yourself), this Easter creation will spread joy and sweeten your celebrations!
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PREP TIME: 30 MINS
COOKING TIME: 1 HOUR
INGREDIENTS:
For the cake:
250g cake flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
150g brown sugar (¾ cup)
115g unsalted butter, softened
45ml Banhoek Chilli Oil
4 large eggs
3 large grated carrots
1 tin crushed pineapple, drained
For the cream cheese frosting:
375g cream cheese, softened
100g unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cup icing sugar
½ lemon, juice
50g pecan nuts, chopped
METHOD:
1. Prepare the Cake:
Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a cake tin.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In another large bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
Slowly pour in the Banhoek Chilli Oil while whisking until fully combined.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Fold in grated carrots and crushed pineapple.
Pour batter evenly into prepared cake tin and smooth the top.
Bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
Add powdered sugar and lemon juice. Beat until light and fluffy.
3. Assemble the Cake:
Spread the frosting over the cake and sprinkle over pecan nuts
