Incredibly Easy And Moist Carrot Cake Recipe
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Incredibly Easy And Moist Carrot Cake Recipe. Perfectly spiced and irresistibly moist, this cake is crafted with fresh grated carrots that add natural sweetness and a tender crumb. Topped with a creamy frosting, it’s a delightful treat for any occasion—whether it’s a birthday celebration or just an afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups finely grated carrots
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 16 ounces softened cream cheese (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs; then mix in vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
- Combine both mixtures until just blended; fold in grated carrots carefully.
- Pour batter into a greased cake pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For frosting, mix softened cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Once the cake is cool, frost generously with cream cheese frosting and garnish with toasted walnuts if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg