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Moist Homemade Carrot Cake

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A delightful and moist carrot cake infused with spices, perfect for any celebration or a cozy afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts (if using), and vanilla extract in another bowl.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Frost your cake with cream cheese frosting if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.

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