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Classic carrot cake (top-rated recipe)

Classic carrot cake: 5 Secrets to a Delightful Slice

This classic carrot cake is moist, flavorful, and topped with cream cheese frosting.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together oil and eggs.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.
  5. Fold in grated carrots, pineapple, walnuts, and raisins.
  6. Pour the batter into greased cake pans.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Use fresh carrots for better flavor.
  • Can be made a day ahead.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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