Introduction:
This is the Best Carrot Cake Recipe you will ever try! It’s moist, flavorful, and topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion or as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla until well combined.
- Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in grated carrots, pineapple, and nuts (if using).
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 450 || Carbohydrates: 55g || Protein: 5g || Fat: 24g || Saturated Fat: 2g || Cholesterol: 65mg || Sodium: 450mg || Potassium: 230mg || Fiber: 3g || Sugar: 35g || Vitamin A: 100% || Vitamin C: 4% || Calcium: 6% || Iron: 8%