Celebrate Memorial Day with this delicious and moist carrot cake recipe!

This Memorial Day carrot cake recipe is a perfect choice for a holiday gathering. Made with fresh carrots, warm spices, and a creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with friends and family. The rich flavors and moist texture make it a special treat for celebrating the day.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Cream cheese frosting

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined.
4. Stir in grated carrots, pineapple, walnuts, and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
8. Serve and enjoy!

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