Hawaiian Cake Craving

We all have cravings, and for some reason mine has been for carrot cake. I think it started two weeks ago when I went to get a carrot cake for a work celebration. There is a place in NH that makes the best carrot cake (that just happens to be vegan too). I looked up to see what time they opened and planned my morning accordingly When I showed up at 8:30 am sharp, the door was locked and the lights were out. I left with no cake, but an intense desire for the sweet dessert. Two weeks later I am still craving it, so I feel I need to give in. Unfortunately this week I have had zero time to bake, yet alone go to the store to get the supplies I need. But come Saturday morning, this Hawaiian Cake is mine! It is similar to carrot cake, but jazzed up with coconut and pineapple. This recipe has been a family and bake sale favorite for many years. Enjoy!

Hawaiian Cake

2 cups grated carrots

8 oz crushed pineapple (drained)

3 oz coconut

2 cups sugar

1 1/2 cup oil

4 eggs

2 cups flour

2 tsp baking powder

2 tsp cinnamon

1 1/2 tsp baking soda

1 cup chopped nuts

Mix sugar, oil and eggs. Mix in flour, baking powder, cinnamon and baking soda. Mix in remaining ingredients. Place in a sheet cake pan or make cupcakes. Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 min.

Cream Cheese Frosting
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar

In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, milk and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar on low speed until smooth.