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The BEST Carrot Cake Recipe

The Best Carrot Cake Recipe: A Delightfully Moist Treat You’ll Love

This is the ultimate carrot cake recipe that is moist, rich, and sure to please everyone!

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapples, drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the oil and eggs until well combined.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapples, and walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool before removing from the pan.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg.
  • This cake can be frosted with cream cheese frosting for added sweetness.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28 grams
  • Sodium: 300 milligrams
  • Fat: 18 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 2 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 46 grams
  • Fiber: 2 grams
  • Protein: 4 grams
  • Cholesterol: 40 milligrams

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