A simple and delicious carrot cake recipe that can be made in just a few minutes.Make your favorite recipe easily at home, CLICK HERE
A simple and delicious carrot cake recipe that can be made in just a few minutes.Make your favorite recipe easily at home, CLICK HERE
Ingredients
Cake
- 2pieceegg
- 1cupsugar
- 1tsppure vanilla extract
- 1/2cupmilk
- 1/2cupoil
- 1cupgrated carrots
- 1 1/2cupall-purpose flour
- 1tspbaking powder
- 1/2tspbaking soda
- 1/2tspsalt
- 1/2cupcrushed walnuts
Frosting
- 1/2cupbutter
- 8ozcream cheese
- 1tsppure vanilla extract
- 2cupicing sugar
How to make Easy Carrot Cake
Cake Preparation
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, combine eggs, sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Stir well.
Add milk and oil to the mixture and stir.
Stir in the grated carrots.
Add the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined.
Fold in the crushed walnuts.
Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan.
Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
In a bowl, mix butter, cream cheese, and pure vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add icing sugar and mix until the frosting is creamy.
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
FAQS
Can I substitute the eggs in this carrot cake recipe?
Yes, you can substitute the eggs with flaxseed meal or applesauce. Use 1/4 cup of applesauce or 1 tablespoon of flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons of water for each egg.
What can I use instead of walnuts in the recipe?
If you have a nut allergy or prefer not to use walnuts, you can substitute them with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, or simply omit them altogether.
How can I make the carrot cake healthier?
You can make the carrot cake healthier by using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, reducing the sugar, or using a sugar substitute. You can also add more grated carrots for added nutrition.
Can I make this carrot cake ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the carrot cake ahead of time. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate it for up to a week. You can also freeze the cake for longer storage.
What is the best way to store leftover carrot cake?
Store leftover carrot cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you have cream cheese frosting, it's best to refrigerate it to keep it fresh.
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