Description
This easy carrot sheet cake is a moist and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. With simple ingredients like grated fresh carrots, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla, this cake combines classic flavors into a quick and convenient single-layer sheet cake. It’s baked in an 8×8 inch pan and pairs beautifully with cream cheese frosting for a delicious treat.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cooking oil
- 3 eggs
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Other
- 2 cups freshly grated carrots
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s heated properly by the time your batter is ready.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar and cooking oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients and Carrots: Gradually add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in the freshly grated carrots evenly throughout the batter.
- Prepare for Baking: Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan to prevent sticking. Pour the batter into the pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake the Cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Frost: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before spreading with your favorite cream cheese frosting for best results.
Notes
- Ensure carrots are freshly grated for the best texture and moisture.
- Do not overmix batter once dry ingredients are added to keep the cake tender.
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
- You can substitute cooking oil with melted coconut oil or vegetable oil if desired.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adding chopped nuts or raisins is optional but adds texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
