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The BEST Carrot Cake Recipe: Easy, Moist, and Irresistibly Delicious

The BEST Carrot Cake Recipe

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The BEST Carrot Cake Recipe that is easy to make, incredibly moist, and irresistibly delicious!

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the oil, eggs, grated carrots, pineapple, walnuts, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

  • Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Frost the cake with cream cheese frosting for an added touch of flavor!

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