Just Plain Carrot Cake
Indulge in the timeless simplicity of "Just Plain Carrot Cake," a moist and tender dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of fresh, grated carrots. This no-fuss recipe features pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm cinnamon, and a blend of granulated and brown sugar for a perfectly balanced flavor. With a quick 20-minute prep time, this cake comes together effortlessly, baking to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Ideal for any occasion, it skips the frosting for a pure carrot cake experience, though a light dusting of powdered sugar can be added for a touch of elegance. Perfectly spiced, naturally moist, and delightfully easy to make, this classic carrot cake is a must-try for fans of simple, wholesome desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.75 cup vegetable oil
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until fully combined. Set aside.
In another large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix well until smooth.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the wet mixture, whisking after each addition until fully incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the grated carrots gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once completely cooled, slice and serve as is, or optionally dust with powdered sugar for a simple garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.2 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 3905 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 519.3 g | 189% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 314.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.1 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 1483 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
