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Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting: Easy Homemade Recipe

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting: Best Moist Cake Recipe with Tips


  • Author: Celina
  • Total Time: 50 min
  • Yield: 1 cake (12 servings) 1x

Description

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Stir in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. 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

Nutrition

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

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