Description
Indulge in the moist and flavorful Carrot Walnut Cake, a classic dessert that combines the sweetness of carrots with the crunch of walnuts. Perfect for any occasion, this homemade cake is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the baking pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a bowl.
- Prepare wet mixture: Beat sugars and oil, add eggs and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture, then fold in carrots, walnuts, pineapple, and raisins.
- Bake: Pour batter into pans and bake for 35-40 minutes until done.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool before frosting and enjoy!
Notes
- Pairs beautifully with cream cheese frosting.
- To make it nut-free, omit walnuts or use shredded coconut or extra raisins instead.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
