Carrot Cake Recipe

Carrot Cake Directions

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

3. 3

   Combine Wet Ingredients

   In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and eggs until well combined.

4. 4

   Combine Mixtures

   Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Add Carrots and Pecans

   Fold in the grated carrots and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.

6. 6

   Bake the Cake

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Cool the Cakes

   Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.