Description
Indulge in this moist and flavorful carrot cake, perfectly spiced and topped with creamy frosting. It’s a delightful treat that brings warmth and joy to any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups finely grated fresh carrots
- 4 large eggs
- 8 ounces cream cheese (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and oil until smooth; add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Gently fold in grated carrots and walnuts if using.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool before frosting with a mixture of cream cheese and powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg