Description
Carrot cake is a delightful dessert that marries the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with aromatic spices, creating a moist and flavorful treat. This easy homemade carrot cake recipe shines at any gathering, from cozy family dinners to festive celebrations. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, each slice offers a perfect balance of rich flavors and comforting textures. Ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike, this cake is simple to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Dive into the pleasure of baking with this scrumptious carrot cake recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups grated carrots
For the cream cheese frosting
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix oil and eggs until smooth. Gradually add to dry ingredients and combine.
- Fold in grated carrots until evenly mixed.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Make the cream cheese frosting: beat the cream cheese and softened butter together until completely smooth, then add the sifted powdered sugar a cup at a time on low speed. Beat in the vanilla and continue for 1 minute more, until light and spreadable. Frost only once the bake has cooled completely.
Notes
For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or raisins.
Use freshly grated carrots for better moisture and flavor.
Store leftover cake wrapped tightly at room temperature or in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 309mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5.2g
- Cholesterol: 84mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or raisins.- Use freshly grated carrots for optimal moisture and flavor.- Store leftover cake wrapped tightly at room temperature or in the fridge.