Carrot Cake On The Beach Recipe

This isn't your grandma's carrot cake! Years in the making, this recipe has earned rave reviews and requests to sell it commercially – it's THAT good. Get ready to experience a moist, delicious carrot cake with a perfect blend of spices and cream cheese frosting. A true 'better than sex' dessert that's perfect for any occasion, from beach picnics to elegant gatherings. This recipe is easy to follow, producing a show-stopping cake every time.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 826.4 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Carrot Cake On The Beach

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How to Make Carrot Cake On The Beach

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 3 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup vegetable oil, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon ground cloves.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in 2 cups grated carrots, 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional), and ½ cup raisins (optional).
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting with your favorite cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

328g

Fat

89g

Carbs

35g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carrot Cake On The Beach?

Carrot Cake On The Beach takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 85 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carrot Cake On The Beach?

Carrot Cake On The Beach has approximately 826.4 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 35 g carbohydrates and 66 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carrot Cake On The Beach?

The key ingredients for Carrot Cake On The Beach are Eggs, Vegetable Oil, Sour Cream, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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