Irresistibly Indulgent Carrot Cake: A Delightful Home-Baked Treat
Experience the rich flavors of a moist and decadent carrot cake, perfect for family gatherings or a sweet treat at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, pineapple, and walnuts if using.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost with cream cheese frosting once cooled.
Notes
- For an even richer flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Carrot Cake, Indulgent Dessert, Home Baking