Description
Classic Carrot Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that beautifully combines the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with warm spices. Topped with rich cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for any celebration or simply to enjoy as a comforting treat. Each slice evokes cherished memories of family gatherings, making it a beloved classic in many homes.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Vegetable Oil
- Eggs
- Fresh Grated Carrots
- Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (optional)
- Cream Cheese
- Butter
- Powdered Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix vegetable oil and eggs until frothy; stir in grated carrots and nuts if using.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Once cooled, frost the cake layers generously and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg