Carrot Cake Delights: Easy Recipe for a Homemade Treat
Indulge in the delicious flavors of homemade carrot cake with this easy recipe that combines freshness and simplicity.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated carrots, sugar, and oil.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the carrot mixture until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a cream cheese frosting, mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Serve with a sprinkle of additional walnuts on top for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Carrot Cake, Homemade Cake, Dessert