Ingredients for Just Plain Carrot Cake
- 2 large eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Baking Powder
- Carrots
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How to Make Just Plain Carrot Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in 2 cups grated carrots.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting with your favorite cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
224 g
Sugar
1650g
Fat
166g
Carbs
206g
