Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Spiced Carrot Snack Cake. This moist, aromatic cake combines freshly grated carrots with a blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, creating an irresistible dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for family gatherings or as a cozy afternoon snack, this cake is not only easy to make but also endlessly adaptable. Top it with cream cheese frosting or enjoy it plain—either way, it’s a slice of happiness you won’t want to miss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 cups grated carrots (approximately 4 medium carrots)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or unsweetened applesauce)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the grated carrots into the wet mixture using a spatula.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended—lumps are okay!
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow it to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg