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Carrot Cake

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

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)

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.

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

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