Why You'll Love This Carrot Cake
If you've only ever had carrot cake from a store, get ready for a slice of homemade magic. This cake is irresistibly moist, warmly spiced, and topped with a dreamy, tangy cream cheese frosting that'll have you licking the spatula (no judgment!).
It's rich without being heavy, sweet but not cloying, and just bursting with that nostalgic, cozy aroma of cinnamon and vanilla. Plus—carrots in a cake? Talk about a root awakening! 😉
Simple Ingredients, Big Payoff
You won't need any fancy gadgets or a trip to a specialty store. Just grab a few pantry staples, mix it all in one bowl, and boom—carrot cake bliss in under an hour.
If you're feeling the baking groove, you might love my banana bread or even this quick blueberry muffin recipe. But first—let's dive into this carrot cake and preheat that oven!
Homemade Carrot Cake
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Baking pan
- Oven
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour For the cake base
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness
- 1 cup grated carrots Main ingredient for moisture
- 1 tsp baking soda Leavening agent
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon For warming spice flavor
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter For moisture and richness
- 2 large eggs Binding agent
- 1 cup cream cheese For frosting
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar For sweetness in frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and ground cinnamon.2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Add the grated carrots, melted butter, and eggs to the dry mixture, and stir until well combined.1 cup grated carrots, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 large eggs
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.1 cup cream cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Cut into slices and enjoy your homemade carrot cake!
Notes
There you have it—a fuss-free carrot cake that's bursting with flavor and charm. Try adding chopped walnuts or crushed pineapple for your own twist! I'd love to hear how yours turns out—drop your baking adventures, tweaks, or questions in the comments below. Let's keep this cake-love going!
