Easy Carrot Cake Recipe
This Easy Carrot Cake is moist, fluffy, and loaded with warm spices and shredded carrots. Topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s a perfect dessert for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups grated carrots about 3 medium carrots
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or raisins
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, mix oil, eggs, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Step 3: Combine Everything
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the grated carrots and optional walnuts or raisins.
- Step 4: Bake
- Pour batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool completely before frosting.
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Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest flavor.
- Soften butter and cream cheese at room temp for the smoothest texture.
- Want a citrusy twist? Add a little lemon zest or vanilla to brighten it up!