Description
Grandma’s Delicious Carrot Cake is a heartwarming treat that combines moist, fluffy layers with the rich flavor of freshly grated carrots and warm spices. Topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting, each slice offers a delightful bite that evokes nostalgia and joy. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a sweet celebration, this cake is sure to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups shredded carrots (about 4 medium-sized)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- 3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in shredded carrots and vanilla extract until well blended.
- 4. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- 5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 6. Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg