Description
A moist and flavorful carrot cake that combines sweet flavors with wholesome ingredients, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, eggs, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and nuts (if using).
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Beat together cream cheese and butter for the frosting, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Assemble the cake by frosting between the layers and covering the top and sides.
- Serve and enjoy with coffee or tea.
Notes
For best results, use fresh grated carrots and allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: carrot cake, dessert, baking, cream cheese frosting