Description
A deliciously moist and flavorful carrot cake spiced with warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the oil, eggs, vanilla extract, grated carrots, and crushed pineapple.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding raisins or coconut to the batter.
- This cake can be frosted with cream cheese frosting for a richer taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Classic Spiced Carrot Cake, Carrot Cake Recipe, Spiced Cake