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Carrot Cake Recipe

A moist and flavorful carrot cake perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts optional

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add eggs and oil, mix until well blended.
  4. Stir in carrots and walnuts.
  5. Pour into prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 4000IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1.5mg

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