Description
A delicious and moist carrot cake dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the oil and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix well.
- Stir in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins if using.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Use applesauce instead of oil for a lower fat version.
- Consider omitting sugar or using a sugar substitute for a diabetic-friendly option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: carrot cake, dessert, easy recipe, baking, comfort food