Best Moist Homemade Carrot Cake Recipe

Ingredients

The ingredients for this delicious moist carrot cake are: 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon of salt, 2 large eggs, 1 cup of granulated white sugar, ½ cup of light brown sugar, ¾ cup of vegetable oil, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, 2 ½ cups of finely grated carrots, ½ cup of chopped pecans (optional) and ¾ cup of crushed pineapple (optional).

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugars, oil and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add in the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the carrots, pecans and pineapple, if desired. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before turning it out of the pan onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving

This delicious moist carrot cake is best served at room temperature. It can be topped with a cream cheese frosting, or simply dusted with powdered sugar. It’s also delicious served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. Leftover cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

This moist carrot cake is packed with nutrition. Carrots are a great source of vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fibre. The pecans and pineapple add a boost of healthy fats, dietary fibre, and vitamins and minerals. The cake contains approximately 300 calories per serving.

Enjoy!

This delicious moist carrot cake is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It’s perfect for any occasion, from a birthday party to a potluck dinner. Enjoy!