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Carrot Cake recipe

Carrot Cake recipe

4.9 from 31 reviews

Indulge in the moist and flavorful delight of a classic Carrot Cake with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for any occasion or just a sweet treat, this cake is sure to please your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup grated carrots 🥕
  • 1 cup sugar 🍭
  • 1 egg 🍳
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil 🥜
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🍦
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 🥥
  • 1 cup milk 🥛

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder🔧
  • butter 🍯 🧈( to grease pan)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda 🔧
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 🎄
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 🥜
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt 💧

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine grated carrots, sugar, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until just combined.
  4. Combine Batter: Stir in the milk until just incorporated.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Frost: Allow the cake to cool before frosting.

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can include chopped nuts or raisins in the batter.
  • This cake pairs well with cream cheese frosting.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for freshness.

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Keywords: Carrot Cake, Dessert, Baking, Cake Recipe, Carrots