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14 Carrot Cake Recipe

Indulge in this legendary Nutty Carrot Cake, a beloved recipe among engineers from Bechtel Power Corp. – the minds behind the Hoover Dam! This moist and delicious cake, bursting with walnuts and pineapple, is perfect for any occasion. Serves 16 (or 8 very hungry people!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 484.7 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 14 Carrot Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup softened margarine

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How to Make 14 Carrot Cake

  1. Drain one 20-ounce can of crushed pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons for the frosting. Chop 1/2 cup walnuts, reserving 1/4 cup for the frosting.
  2. Grate carrots until you have 2 cups.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 3 large eggs to the dry ingredients.
  5. Mix well until just combined.
  6. Gently stir in the grated carrots, 1 3/4 cups of the drained pineapple, and 1/4 cup of the chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  10. For the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup softened margarine until smooth and fluffy.
  11. Stir in the reserved 2 tablespoons of pineapple and 1/4 cup walnuts.
  12. Frost the cooled cake.
  13. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

146g

Fat

23g

Carbs

16g

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