Easy Carrot Cake

 

Here's a simple and delicious Easy Carrot Cake recipe — moist, lightly spiced, and perfect for any occasion:

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Easy Carrot Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups grated carrots (about 3–4 medium carrots)
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained) or applesauce (optional, adds moisture)
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8-inch pan (or line with parchment).
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, beat together oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Stir in grated carrots and pineapple/applesauce if using.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Fold in nuts if using.
6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cool completely before frosting.

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Easy Cream Cheese Frosting (Optional but recommended!)

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Beat all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Spread over cooled cake.

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Would you like a WW-friendly or gluten-free version as well?