Introduction:
This moist carrot cake recipe is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a hint of warm spices and a decadent cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. The best part is, it’s easy to make and delicious to eat!
Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat together the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the grated carrots, nuts, pineapple, and coconut until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost the cake with cream cheese frosting and serve.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 450 || Carbohydrates: 55g || Protein: 5g || Fat: 24g || Saturated Fat: 4g || Cholesterol: 70mg || Sodium: 450mg || Fiber: 3g || Sugar: 38g