Indulge in the warmth of homemade baking with this delightful Best Carrot Cake recipe.
Itβs moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced to create a comforting dessert that
everyone will love. Topped with a rich cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect
for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a sweet treat for yourself!
Ingredients
For the Cake
π₯ 2 cups grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
π₯ 3 large eggs
π§ 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter for a richer flavor)
π¬ 1 Β½ cups granulated sugar
πΎ 2 cups all-purpose flour
π₯ 1 tsp baking powder
π₯ 1 tsp baking soda
π₯ 1 Β½ tsp ground cinnamon
π° Β½ tsp ground nutmeg
π§ Β½ tsp salt
π₯₯ 1 cup shredded coconut (optional for extra texture)
π° Β½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional for a nutty crunch)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
π§ Β½ cup unsalted butter, softened
π§ 8 oz cream cheese, softened
π¬ 3 cups powdered sugar
π₯ 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions