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Amazing Homemade Carrot Cake

This Amazing Homemade Carrot Cake is moist, flavorful, and perfectly spiced, offering a delightful combination of sweetness from carrots and pineapple, along with the crunch of pecans and chewiness of coconut.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Can be adjusted for sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups grated carrots Use fresh carrots for best texture.
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained Drain well to avoid excess moisture.
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Can be omitted for nut-free option.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the oil and eggs until well combined.
  4. Stir in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, coconut, and pecans.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid over mixing.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

Serve plain for a comforting everyday treat or with cream cheese frosting for special occasions. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for about a week.