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My Favorite Carrot Cake Recipe

A moist and delicious carrot cake that's perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Add the eggs and oil to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  4. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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Carrot Cake
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