Classic Carrot Cake: The Best Homemade Treat You’ll Love
This classic carrot cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oil and eggs.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into greased cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before frosting.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include raisins or coconut.
- This cake pairs well with cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Classic Carrot Cake, Cake Recipe, Homemade Cake