Carrot Cake Recipe
Make Carrot Cake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Dry Ingredients
- 1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
Preparation of Wet Ingredients
- 2
- 3
Add Carrots
Fold in the grated carrots into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.
Combining Ingredients
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- 5
Add Optional Ingredients
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins until evenly distributed in the batter.
Baking
- 6
Prepare Baking Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 7
Pour Batter
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Cool Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Serving
- 10
Frost and Serve
Once cooled, frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting, slice, and serve.