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Carrot Cake Recipe

A moist and flavorful carrot cake 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: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts optional

Instructions 

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

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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Carrot Cake
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