- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 1¼ cups vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated fresh carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts optional
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract