Carrot-Nut Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

A moist and flavorful carrot-nut cake featuring grated carrots and chopped nuts, complemented by warm cinnamon and optional pineapple for added sweetness. Its tender crumb makes it perfect for dessert or teatime gatherings, appealing to those who enjoy classic, spiced baked goods with a nutty crunch.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups salad oil
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup crushed and drained pineapple (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 cups grated raw carrots
  • 1 cup chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Beat the salad oil and granulated sugar with a mixer for 5 minutes.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt (if using), and cinnamon.
  3. Stir half of the dry mixture into the oil and sugar mixture and blend thoroughly.
  4. Add the remaining dry ingredients alternately with the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts.
  6. Pour the batter into a lightly oiled 9 or 10-inch tube pan.
  7. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

732 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.9g 20% DV
Total Fat 34.1g 44% DV
Carbs 104.5g 38% DV
Fiber 8.2g 29% DV
Sugar 16.2g 32% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 19562.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 1100.5mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 65.8mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 872.5mcg 97% DV
Vitamin C 14.7mg 16% DV
Calcium 1656.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.4mg 36% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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