Best 2 Banana Carrot Pineapple Cake Aka Sunshine Cake Recipes

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Introducing the Sunshine Cake: A Tropical Delight for Any Occasion

If you're looking for a moist, flavorful, and colorful cake that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than the Sunshine Cake. This tropical delight is made with a combination of banana, carrot, and pineapple, giving it a unique and irresistible taste. The cake is also incredibly easy to make, with a simple batter that can be whipped up in just a few minutes. In this article, you'll find three different recipes for Sunshine Cake, each with its own unique twist. Whether you're looking for a classic recipe, a gluten-free option, or a vegan version, we've got you covered. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake a sunshine cake that will brighten up your day!

**Recipes included:**

* Classic Banana Carrot Pineapple Sunshine Cake: This is the original Sunshine Cake recipe, made with a combination of mashed banana, grated carrots, and crushed pineapple. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a golden-brown crust.

* Gluten-Free Banana Carrot Pineapple Sunshine Cake: This recipe is a gluten-free version of the classic Sunshine Cake. It uses a blend of gluten-free flour and almond flour to create a cake that is just as moist and flavorful as the original.

* Vegan Banana Carrot Pineapple Sunshine Cake: This recipe is a vegan version of the Sunshine Cake. It uses plant-based ingredients such as almond milk, coconut oil, and flax eggs to create a cake that is just as delicious as the classic version.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BANANA, CARROT & PINEAPPLE CAKE AKA SUNSHINE CAKE



Banana, Carrot & Pineapple Cake Aka Sunshine Cake image

This is a lovely iced cake (lighter version of a carrot cake) or have as a buttered loaf. I can kid myself that it is good for me because of the ingredients :) I saw this made on TV on the AWW Fresh cooking site (I think) and had to try it. It was a bit of a hit & miss with the ingredient amounts but I think I have them right as this is what I made mine with. I find I like to get all ingredients prepared first as then it is much easier to mix it altogether. Leave until cold before slicing)

Provided by Jen T

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf or 20cm cake

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 eggs
100 g brown sugar
1 lemon, zest of
120 ml olive oil (about 1/2 cup)
220 g self raising flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 large ripe banana (mashed, about 1/2 cup)
160 g grated carrots (1 large, mine made 1 cup)
180 g crushed pineapple (this is equal to one 225g can well drained)
100 g pecans (chopped, about 2/3cup) or 100 g walnuts (chopped, about 2/3cup)
250 g low-fat cream cheese (at room temp)
1/2 cup icing sugar (powdered sugar)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
pecans or walnut pieces, to decorate

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • For the cake, line a 20cm cake tin, or for a loaf, line a large loaf tin.
  • In a large bowl beat the eggs, sugar and lemon zest together until creamy.
  • Slowly add the oil while beating continuously.
  • Sift the flour, salt, and baking powder together and stir into the creamed mixture.
  • Fold in the banana, carrot, pineapple and chopped nuts until incorporated.
  • Spoon mix into prepared tin and bake for 55-60 minutes or until firm to the touch.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to sit for 10 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack.
  • Allow to cool and if a cake, ice and keep in an airtight container, or, if a loaf, wrap in plastic wrap to store, or place in an airtight container. Serve the loaf either plain or buttered.
  • ICING:.
  • In a medium bowl beat the cream cheese, icing sugar, lemon zest and juice until smooth.
  • Spread over the cooled cake and decorate with pecan or walnut pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4330.7, Fat 247.4, SaturatedFat 61.2, Cholesterol 613, Sodium 1847.5, Carbohydrate 470.5, Fiber 27.9, Sugar 212.8, Protein 79.2

CARROT-BANANA CAKE



Carrot-Banana Cake image

Provided by Zita Wilensky

Categories     Cake     Cheese     Fruit     Nut     Vegetable     Dessert     Bake     Banana     Carrot     Fall     Bon Appétit     Florida     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

Cake
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup firmly packed golden brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots (about 1 1/2 large)
1 cup drained canned crushed pineapple in juice
1/2 cup mashed ripe banana
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Frosting
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Additional ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • For cake:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 12-cup Bundt pan. Sift first 4 ingredients into medium bowl. Whisk oil, 1 cup sugar, brown sugar and eggs in large bowl until well blended. Mix in dry ingredients. Add carrots, pineapple, banana and pecans and blend well. Transfer batter to prepared pan. Bake until tester inserted near center of cake comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let cake stand in pan 10 minutes. Turn out cake onto rack and cool.
  • For frosting:
  • Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon in medium bowl until smooth. Spread frosting over cake. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover with cake dome and refrigerate.)

Tips:

  • Using ripe bananas adds natural sweetness and moisture to the cake.
  • Grate the carrots finely to ensure they blend well into the batter.
  • Use fresh pineapple pieces for a more vibrant flavor and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a dense, tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
  • Use a cream cheese frosting or a whipped cream frosting to complement the flavors of the cake.
  • Garnish the cake with additional pineapple pieces, grated carrots, or chopped walnuts.

Conclusion:

This Banana Carrot Pineapple Cake is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. The moist and flavorful cake, combined with the sweet and tangy pineapple and the subtle crunch of carrots, creates a unique and irresistible dessert. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a stunningly beautiful and delicious cake that is sure to impress your friends and family. So grab your apron and preheat your oven, it's time to bake up some sunshine!

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