Best 10 Carrot Cake Cookies With Pineapple Recipes

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**Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing carrot cake cookies and pineapple upside-down cake, two classic desserts transformed into irresistible treats.**

**Carrot Cake Cookies:**
Bite into the symphony of flavors in our carrot cake cookies, where sweet carrots, warm spices, and a hint of pineapple create a taste sensation. These cookies are studded with crunchy walnuts and crowned with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making them the perfect indulgence for any occasion.

**Pineapple Upside-Down Cake:**
Experience the tropical delight of our pineapple upside-down cake, where caramelized pineapple slices dance on top of a moist and fluffy cake. The tangy sweetness of the pineapple pairs perfectly with the buttery cake, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. This stunning dessert is sure to be the star of any gathering.

**Embrace the joy of baking with our easy-to-follow recipes, designed for both novice and experienced bakers. Whether you're craving the comforting flavors of carrot cake cookies or the vibrant taste of pineapple upside-down cake, our recipes will guide you to create these culinary masterpieces in the comfort of your own kitchen.**

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

FROSTED CARROT CAKE COOKIES



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I took my favorite carrot cake recipe and slightly tweaked it to make cookies. Just like the cake, the yummy bites are filled with shredded carrot, pineapple and raisins-and topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting. -Lawrence Earl, Sumner, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium carrot, shredded
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained and patted dry
1/2 cup golden raisins
FROSTING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk
Toasted chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in carrot, pineapple and raisins., Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to reach a spreading consistency. Frost cookies. If desired, sprinkle with walnuts. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Freeze option: Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets; freeze until firm. Transfer to airtight freezer containers; return to freezer. To use, bake cookies as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE



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A moist carrot cake with pineapple, chopped walnuts, and topped with an easy cream cheese frosting. This Pineapple Carrot Cake is perfect for Easter or carrot cake lovers!

Provided by Danielle

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (180ml) canola or vegetable oil
4 large eggs (, room temperature)
1 and 1/2 cups (300 grams) light brown sugar
1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple (, drained)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 cups (300 grams) grated carrots (, lightly packed)
3/4 cup (90 grams) chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (75 grams) raisins ((optional))
1 (8-ounce) package brick style cream cheese (, softened to room temperature)
1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter (, softened to room temperature)
2 cups (240 grams) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Add the grated carrots and chopped walnuts to the wet ingredients and stir until well combined.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix with a whisk or rubber spatula until just combined, making sure not to over mix the batter.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and spread around into one even layer. Bake at 350°F for 35-45 minutes or until the top of the cake is set and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. If needed, tent with foil for the last 15-20 minutes of baking to prevent excess browning on top of the cake.
  • Remove from the oven, transfer to a wire rack, and allow to cool completely in the pan.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a hand-held mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the butter and mix for about 30 seconds-1 minute until well combined and smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue mixing until fully combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  • Using a knife or an offset spatula, top the cooled carrot cake with the cream cheese frosting. Slice into pieces, serve, and enjoy!

CARROT CAKE COOKIES



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This is a cake like cookie that tastes like carrot cake, but in cookie form.

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
¾ cup shredded carrots
1 cup raisins
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, stir in the crushed pineapple, carrots and raisins. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; stir into the carrot mixture. Mix in the walnuts if desired. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until bottoms begin to brown and cookies are set. Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes on the cookie sheets before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 85.3 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

COCONUT CARROT CAKE NO-BAKE COOKIES WITH PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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These no-bake cookies are naturally gluten-free, grain-free and vegetarian, and they are easily made vegan with a vegan cream cheese. The best part? Built-in portion control. You can make a big batch, then store the cookies in the refrigerator for up to three days, or store them in the freezer for even longer -the cream cheese frosting will be a little hard, but still absolutely delicious.

Provided by EA Stewart

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 15 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large carrots, peeled
1 cup raw pecans
1/2 cup cashews
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, plus extra for garnish (optional)
1/4 cup almond butter
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
4 ounces cream cheese or vegan cream cheese (see Cook's Note), softened
3 tablespoons pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, a Silpat or parchment paper, and set aside.
  • Cut the carrots into large pieces and place them in a food processor fitted with the chopping disc. Pulse the carrots until finely chopped. Add the pecans, cashews, coconut, almond butter, cinnamon, ginger, salt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Process until the mixture is well-combined, scraping the sides of the food processor as necessary. The mixture should be moist but not runny, and it will be ready when it starts to pull away from the sides of the food processor bowl and form a ball.
  • Using clean hands, form the dough into 15 equally shaped balls, approximately 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Place the balls on the lined baking sheet, then use your thumb to flatten with an indentation.
  • Prepare the frosting in a mixing bowl by combining the cream cheese and pineapple juice with the remaining 2 teaspoons maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer until creamy. Top each cookie with a spoonful of frosting, then sprinkle with additional shredded coconut if using. Place cookies in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours before serving, or in the freezer for 15 minutes. The cookies may be stored in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Cholesterol 9 milligrams, Sodium 75 milligrams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams

MISS BROWN'S PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Miss Brown's Pineapple Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting image

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup crushed canned pineapple
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs
3 cups grated carrots (preferably grated by hand)
1 cup golden raisins
3/4 cup chopped or whole walnuts
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
12 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • For the carrot cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease two 9- by 13-inch rimmed baking sheets and line each baking sheet with parchment paper (see Cook's Note).
  • Whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger and allspice in a large bowl. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the oil, pineapple, brown sugar, granulated sugar and vanilla. Beat in the eggs one at a time until well combined. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until the batter is smooth. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the grated carrots for garnish and fold in the remaining carrots, raisins and walnuts into the cake batter.
  • Divide the batter between the prepared baking sheets. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool for 30 minutes, then transfer to cooling racks, taking the parchment off the base of each cake as you go. Allow the cakes cool completely before frosting.
  • For the cream cheese frosting: While the cake is baking, chill the bowl and paddle attachment for your stand mixer. Once the cake is cooled, beat together the cream cheese and butter until very smooth in the bowl of a stand mixer. Add the vanilla, then slowly add the confectioners' sugar, about 1 cup at a time. The consistency should be fairly thick yet easy to spread. If it becomes too loose, add more powdered sugar (a little at a time).
  • Transfer the frosting into a piping bag or a resealable plastic bag. Pipe the frosting evenly over the top of one of the cake layers. Top with the other cake layer. (If you have the time, pop the cake into the freezer here for a few minutes to make it easier to cut). Carefully cut the layered cake into 2-inch squares, so that you have individual, square, naked cakes. Pipe a little more frosting on top and decorate with the reserved grated carrots and walnuts.

CARROT PINEAPPLE CAKE I



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The carrots and pineapple work together to keep this cake moist and wholesome.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ¾ cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Make a well in the center and add sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla. Mix with wooden spoon until smooth. Stir in carrots, coconut, walnuts and pineapple.
  • Pour into 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes. Don't panic, the center will sink a little. Allow to cool.
  • To make the frosting: Cream the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add the confectioners sugar and beat until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 287.7 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE



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Consider this one of Betty's best-kept secrets. While you can't go wrong with our classic Carrot Cake recipe, this carrot cake with pineapple offers a tangy, tropical twist. This from-scratch version has all the traditional ingredients you'd expect in carrot cake, including warming spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a homemade cream cheese frosting, so you know it'll live up to its name. In addition, it has juicy crushed pineapple stirred right into the batter, so this sensational spiced cake turns out ultra moist and utterly delectable!

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups grated raw carrots (medium grate)
4 large eggs
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup canola or vegetable oil
8 ounces crushed pineapple, undrained
3 cups powdered sugar
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) softened
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Add grated carrots and toss to coat. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, using medium speed of electric mixer, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla. Add oil and pineapple, mix well. In batches on low speed, add carrot mixture, mix until combined. Pour into your pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • To make the cream cheese frosting, run a dry whisk or fork through the powdered sugar to break up any lumps and set aside. In a medium mixing bowl, using electric mixer at medium speed, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until very smooth. Turn the mixer on low speed and add in the powdered sugar in batches.
  • Cool cake completely, about 1 hour. Frost with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 49 g, TransFat 0 g

CARROT AND PINEAPPLE CAKE



Carrot and Pineapple Cake image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/3 cups vegetable oil
3 extra-large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 pound carrots, grated
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
3/4 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pound confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter 2 (8-inch) round cake pans. Line with parchment paper, then butter and flour the pans.
  • For the cake: Beat the sugar, oil, and eggs together in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light yellow. Add the vanilla. In another bowl, sift together 2 1/2 cups flour, the cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Toss the raisins and walnuts with 1 tablespoon flour. Fold in the carrots and pineapple. Add to the batter and mix well.
  • Divide the batter equally between the 2 pans. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans set over a wire rack.
  • For the frosting: Mix the cream cheese, butter and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until just combined. Add the sugar and mix until smooth.
  • Place 1 layer, flat-side up, on a flat plate or cake pedestal. With a knife or offset spatula, spread the top with frosting. Place the second layer on top, rounded side up, and spread the frosting evenly on the top and sides of the cake. Decorate with diced pineapple.

PINEAPPLE CARROT COOKIES



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These cookies are healthy and very delicious. Everytime I make them everybody always asks me for the recipe.They definitely satisfy a sweet tooth. Just writing about them makes me want to make them.I found the recipe from a Dole cookbook. The original recipe had raisins and I omitted them because we do not like raisins.

Provided by EdnaC3

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 2-3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, drained
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar (can mix with Splenda)
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • preheat oven 375 degrees.
  • In large bowl, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  • beat in egg and vanilla.
  • beat in drained pineapple, carrots and pecans.
  • In medium bowl, combine remaining ingred.
  • beat into pineapple mixture until blended.
  • drop heaping tablespoons of batter 2 in apart onto greased cookie sheets.
  • bake 15-20 minutes or until golden.
  • leave on cookie rack for 2 minutes and then place on cool surface.
  • They are great with milk.

PINEAPPLE CARROT CAKE



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This moist cake with cream cheese frosting is the best I've ever eaten. It's so simple, too, because it uses two jars of baby food instead of fresh carrots that need to be grated. -Jeanette McKenna, Vero Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
3 jars (4 ounces each ) carrot baby food
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
Additional chopped walnuts and edible blossoms, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the oil, eggs and baby food; mix on low speed until well blended. Stir in pineapple and nuts. Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Beat in vanilla and confectioners' sugar until mixture reaches spreading consistency. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake. Garnish with nuts and blossoms if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 798 calories, Fat 46g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (70g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh carrots for the best flavor and texture.
  • Grate the carrots finely so that they blend well into the batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough cookies.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before frosting them.

Conclusion:

Carrot cake cookies with pineapple are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tangy frosting. These cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you are a fan of carrot cake or pineapple, or just looking for a new and exciting cookie recipe, carrot cake cookies with pineapple are definitely worth a try.

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