Description
Carrot cake is a delightful blend of moist, spiced goodness enriched with sweet, freshly grated carrots and topped with creamy frosting. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy afternoon teas. With its warm spices and rich texture, every slice promises a nostalgic journey back to cherished family moments.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots (freshly grated)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the vegetable oil and eggs; mix until smooth.
- Fold in grated carrots and nuts if desired.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg