Carrot Cake

Sugar, spice, and everything nice that’s the magic behind this irresistible carrot cake!

There’s just something unflinchingly comforting about a slice of homemade carrot cake. There is something about the moist texture, warm spices and gentle touch of sweetness that just makes it so hard to resist. To mark a special occasion or even just when treating yourself during a quiet afternoon, this timeless carrot cake brings warmth to any table.

What You’ll Need 

2 cups grated carrots
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
¾ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
½ cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
• In a separate large bowl, combine the oil, applesauce, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
• Add the eggs and vanilla to the wet ingredients and stir well.
• Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
• Fold in the grated carrots. If using, gently stir in the chopped nuts and pineapple.
• Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
• Bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Optional Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Beat all ingredients until smooth and fluffy. Spread evenly over cooled cake.

Notes:
→ Add raisins or shredded coconut for extra texture.
→ This cake tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld!
→ Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

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Carrot Cake

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• Author: Celina
• Total Time: 50 min
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A delicious and moist carrot cake made with fresh carrots and warm spices. Perfect for any occasion!

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Ingredients

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• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 cups grated carrots

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

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Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

• In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

• Stir in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins if using.

• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.

• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

 

• Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

For an extra touch, you can frost this cake with cream cheese frosting.

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 22g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Carrot Cake, Dessert, Baking, Moist, Spiced Cake