Ingredients
Preparing a carrot cake is a delicious way to celebrate any occasion. This no nuts carrot cake recipe requires the following ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
To make a delicious no nuts carrot cake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or one 9x13 inch pan. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix together until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until they are light and fluffy. Add the sugar and oil and whisk again. Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Add the grated carrots and vanilla extract and stir until the carrots are evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before turning them out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.
Frosting
For the frosting, cream together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of softened butter. Add 2-3 cups of powdered sugar, a teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until light and fluffy. Spread the frosting over the cooled cakes and enjoy!
Nutrition
This no nuts carrot cake recipe yields 12 servings. Each serving contains 365 calories, 15.9 grams of fat, 5.6 grams of saturated fat, 47.4 grams of carbohydrates, 1.4 grams of fiber, 40.4 grams of sugar, and 4.5 grams of protein.
This carrot cake is a delicious treat that is sure to please any crowd. It is light, fluffy, and full of flavor. The perfect combination of spices, carrots, and cream cheese frosting makes this cake a winner. Serve it for any special occasion or just to treat yourself!