Description
Carrot cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that perfectly marries the sweetness of freshly grated carrots with aromatic spices and a rich cream cheese frosting. This easy homemade carrot cake recipe is ideal for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy afternoon treats. With its inviting aroma and delightful taste, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while filling your kitchen with warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups finely shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil and eggs until smooth. Gradually blend in dry ingredients.
- Fold in shredded carrots and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost with cream cheese frosting once completely cool.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in crushed pineapple or raisins.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg