Toni Morrison Carrot Cake Recipe
Indulge in a delicious slice of carrot cake inspired by the literary genius, Toni Morrison. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion. Made with a delightful blend of grated carrots, warm spices, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, it will surely become a family favorite. Join me on this culinary journey as we bring together the magic of Toni Morrison’s words and the delectable flavors of carrot cake.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- Cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and oil until well combined. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake is completely cooled, frost it with the cream cheese frosting. Decorate with additional walnuts, if desired.
- Slice and serve this delectable Toni Morrison Carrot Cake to your loved ones, and savor the irresistible combination of flavors.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Indulge in the magic of Toni Morrison’s words through this delightful carrot cake recipe. Grated carrots, warm spices, and cream cheese frosting combine to create a masterpiece that will transport you to a place of pure culinary bliss.
Nutritional information: Calories per serving – 350 | Fat per serving – 18g | Carbohydrates per serving – 42g | Protein per serving – 4g
Enjoy this Toni Morrison Carrot Cake with your loved ones, and let the flavors and aroma take you on a journey inspired by the literary genius herself. Let every bite be a celebration of both food and storytelling, and carry the legacy of Toni Morrison with every delicious slice.