Delicious and Moist Carrot Cake Recipe

Indulge in a slice of this moist carrot cake, loaded with freshly grated carrots, juicy pineapple, and crunchy walnuts. This classic dessert is topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting that perfectly balances the sweetness of the cake. It's the perfect treat for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party or a casual get-together with friends and family. This recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a crowd-pleasing cake every time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup crushed pineapple
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cream cheese frosting:
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Add the vegetable oil and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Stir in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, chopped walnuts, and vanilla extract. Mix until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula to create an even layer.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
8. To make the cream cheese frosting, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
10. Stir in the vanilla extract and continue to beat the frosting until light and fluffy.
11. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
12. Slice and serve the carrot cake, and enjoy!

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