Description
A classic carrot cake that is moist and infused with warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups grated carrots (fresh)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Beat together the eggs, oil, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
- Fold in the grated carrots and nuts (if using) into the wet mixture.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. For variations, consider adding pineapple or using gluten-free flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg