Print

Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe: Easy and Indulgent Delight

Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe

Experience the joy of baking with this homemade carrot cake recipe that is both easy to follow and indulgent in flavor.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool before frosting.

Notes

  • For best flavor, let the cake sit overnight before serving.
  • Feel free to add raisins for extra sweetness!

Nutrition

Keywords: Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe, Carrot Cake, Easy Baking