Carrot cake is a delicious and moist dessert that combines the natural sweetness of grated carrots with a flavorful blend of spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg. Often adorned with cream cheese frosting, carrot cake strikes a perfect balance between the earthy notes of carrots and the rich, creamy topping, creating a delightful treat enjoyed by many for its unique flavor and texture.
This carrot cake recipe results in a moist and flavorful dessert, and the optional frosting or powdered sugar adds a delightful finishing touch.
Ingredients:
- 150g carrots, grated
- 2 large eggs (approximately 120g)
- 100g brown sugar
- 80ml oil
- 140g all-purpose flour
- 8g baking powder
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
- 30g chopped walnuts
- 20g raisins
Instructions:
1. Peel and grate carrot, set aside for later.
2. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F), line 6-inch cake tin with parchment paper.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, and oil until well combined.
4. Sift dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well together. This forms the basic cake batter.
5. Gently fold in the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, and raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. This adds texture and flavor to the cake.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The baking time may vary, so keep an eye on the cake and perform the toothpick test to ensure it's fully baked.
8. Allow the carrot cake to cool in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional:
You can enjoy the carrot cake as is or enhance it with your favorite frosting or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
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