Moist & Flavorful Bake Hilo Carrot Cake for Sweet Joy

Ingredients

• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups (360g) grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
• 1/2 cup (75g) crushed pineapple, drained
• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 lemon (optional)