Classic Carrot Cake Recipe
A moist and flavorful Classic Carrot Cake featuring grated carrots, warm spices, and a tender crumb. Perfect as a dessert or celebratory treat, this cake combines simple ingredients to deliver a timeless homemade favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups finely grated carrots (about 3–4 medium carrots)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients — flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until smooth, then gradually add vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, then fold in the grated carrots ensuring the batter is evenly mixed.
- Bake the cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s). Bake for 40-45 minutes (for 9×13 pan) or 30-35 minutes (for round pans), until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake is moist but set.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting or serving. This cooling step helps the cake set fully and prevents crumbs when slicing.
Notes
- For added texture, you may fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter.
- Classic cream cheese frosting pairs beautifully with this carrot cake.
- Ensure carrots are finely grated to blend well and maintain a moist texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
- Store leftovers wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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