Easy Carrot Cake

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Saramin (@678sarin)

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Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
45min
Total Time
1hr
Easy Carrot Cake recipe

Ingredients

8 Servings
(1 serving = slice)

Cake

  • 2piece
    egg
  • 1cup
    sugar
  • 1tsp
    pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2cup
    milk
  • 1/2cup
    oil
  • 1cup
    grated carrots
  • 1 1/2cup
    all-purpose flour
  • 1tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/2tsp
    salt
  • 1/2cup
    crushed walnuts

Frosting

  • 1/2cup
    butter
  • 8oz
    cream cheese
  • 1tsp
    pure vanilla extract
  • 2cup
    icing sugar

How to make Easy Carrot Cake

Cake Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. In a bowl, combine eggs, sugar, and pure vanilla extract. Stir well.

    Step 1.1: In a bowl, combine eggs, sugar, and pure vanilla extract
  3. Add milk and oil to the mixture and stir.

    Step 1.1: Add milk and oil to the mixture and stir
    Step 1.2: Add milk and oil to the mixture and stir
  4. Stir in the grated carrots.

    Step 1.1: Stir in the grated carrots
  5. Add the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until combined.

    Step 1.1: Add the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
  6. Fold in the crushed walnuts.

    Step 1.1: Fold in the crushed walnuts
  7. Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan.

    Step 1.1: Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan
  8. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  9. Allow the cake to cool completely.

    Step 1.1: Allow the cake to cool completely

Frosting Preparation

  1. In a bowl, mix butter, cream cheese, and pure vanilla extract until smooth.

  2. Gradually add icing sugar and mix until the frosting is creamy.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

FAQS

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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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