Carrot cake: The Best Moist Recipe You’ll Ever Bake
This moist carrot cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful blend of spices and sweetness that makes it irresistible.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oil and eggs until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra moist cake, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- Pair the cake with cream cheese frosting for a classic flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35 grams
- Sodium: 250 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Carrot Cake, Moist Cake, Dessert