Description
Carrot cake is a beloved dessert that combines the sweetness of grated carrots with warm spices and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this moist and flavorful cake will have everyone asking for seconds. With its delightful aroma and rich texture, it’s an indulgent treat that cleverly incorporates healthy ingredients, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce for a healthier option)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with vegetable oil until frothy. Stir in grated carrots.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until fluffy and smooth. Frost cooled cakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg