LloydʼS Carrot Cake Recipe
A carrot cake is a classic dessert that never fails to impress. With its moist and flavorful crumb, topped with a rich and creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s no wonder this cake is loved by many. Today, I want to share with you my special recipe for Lloyd’s Carrot Cake, a family favorite for years.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- Add the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, walnuts, raisins, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, frost the cake with cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.
- Serve slices of Lloyd’s Carrot Cake and enjoy!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Yield: 1 cake
This carrot cake recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. With its moist texture and flavorful combination of spices, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a birthday party or enjoying it with a cup of coffee in the afternoon, Lloyd’s Carrot Cake is a crowd-pleaser. Don’t forget to top it off with a generous amount of cream cheese frosting for the ultimate indulgence. Happy baking!
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