One Bowl Carrot Cake Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably moist and delicious one-bowl carrot cake! Packed with shredded carrots and bursting with warm spices, this easy recipe is perfect for beginner bakers. No mixer needed – just one bowl and 51 minutes to a stunning dessert that's surprisingly healthy. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 51 mins
Calories 162.4 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for One Bowl Carrot Cake

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How to Make One Bowl Carrot Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8-inch square baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, ½ cup orange juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ¼ teaspoon salt until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking soda. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in 2 cups shredded carrots. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 36-42 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking at 36 minutes.
  7. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting. (A wire rack is helpful for faster cooling).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

10g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make One Bowl Carrot Cake?

One Bowl Carrot Cake takes about 71 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 51 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in One Bowl Carrot Cake?

One Bowl Carrot Cake has approximately 162.4 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for One Bowl Carrot Cake?

The key ingredients for One Bowl Carrot Cake are Brown Sugar, Eggs, Butter, Orange Juice, Orange Zest, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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