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Pineapple Carrot Cake in Your Pressure Cooker

A deliciously moist and flavorful pineapple carrot cake made effortlessly in a pressure cooker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker
  • 1 Trivet
  • 1 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned & leveled
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 6 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 50 teaspoon ginger
  • 24 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 50 teaspoon salt
  • 75 cup canola or vegetable oil smooth and light
  • 4 large eggs at room temp
  • 15 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 50 cup granulated sugar
  • 8-ounce can crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups grated carrots lightly packed
  • 75 cup chopped walnuts
  • 50 cup raisins optional
  • 8-ounce package brick style cream cheese softened
  • 50 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Ensure the pressure cooker is ready with the sealing ring clean and set in place. Grease your pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • Combine all dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Beat the oil and sugars in a separate bowl until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined, then fold in grated carrots and crushed pineapple.
  • Pour the batter into the greased pan. Add 1 cup water to the pressure cooker base and place a trivet inside. Set the pan on top, close the lid, and lock it.
  • Cook on high pressure for 25-30 minutes. Allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release. Cool the cake before adding frosting.
  • To make the frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter, then add powdered sugar and vanilla. Spread over the cooled cake.
  • Shred carrots ahead or use store-bought pre-shredded carrots to save time.
  • Drain pineapple while mixing other ingredients to maintain a smooth workflow.

Notes

Serve with a smooth layer of cream cheese frosting for best taste.