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carrot cake recipe

Carrot Cake Recipe: 5 Irresistible Reasons to Bake Today

  • Author: [email protected]
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and moist carrot cake that is easy to make.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and oil together.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • This cake can be frosted with cream cheese icing.
  • Adjust sugar based on your sweetness preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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