J Alexander'S Carrot Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon (ground)
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg (ground)
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 ⅓ cups vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 3 cups freshly grated carrots
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
• 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract