Description
Discover the best Homemade Moist Carrot Cake Recipe, featuring shredded carrots, warm spices, and a decadent cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy treat, this easy recipe delivers a moist and flavorful dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Batter:
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually mix in dry ingredients.
- Fold in carrots, nuts, and raisins if using.
- Bake the Cake:
- Divide batter into pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
- Make the Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and salt until fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread frosting between layers, then frost the top and sides. Garnish if desired.
- Serve:
- Slice and serve at room temperature for the best taste.
Notes
Add applesauce for extra moisture or more spices for flavor depth.
Substitute mascarpone for cream cheese if needed.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
