How to Make Old-Fashioned Carrot Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carrot cake is a classic and beloved dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. With its moist and tender crumb, warm spices, and creamy frosting, it's no wonder that this cake has stood the test of time. Old-Fashioned Carrot Cake is a timeless recipe that captures the essence of this delicious dessert, and it's perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon tea to a special celebration.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • ½ cup butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) cake

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
  • Mix together sugar, oil, buttermilk, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a large bowl until well combined. Stir in carrots, pineapple, and coconut. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl; gently stir into carrot mixture. Mix in nuts until incorporated. Spread batter into the prepared dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into cake comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • Beat together confectioners' sugar, cream cheese, butter, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Frost cooled cake while still in the dish.
  • Nutrition

    604 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 541mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 80g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 64g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 213mg