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Carrot Cake

A moist, spiced carrot cake topped with creamy frosting and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for a cozy dessert or celebration.

Total time
55 min
Servings
8
Calories
420
Protein
5g
Carrot Cake
ComfortingCelebratoryAmericanVegetarianEggMoistTenderBirthday

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with butter or oil.

  2. Step 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the 1.5 cups flour, 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tsp cinnamon.

  3. Step 3

    Add the 2 grated carrots, 0.5 cup vegetable oil, and 2 eggs. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.

  4. Step 4

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30-35 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 20 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Spread the 1 cup cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • 8-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • wire rack

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