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Grandma's Carrot Cake

Grandma's Carrot Cake

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  • 50 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Dry Ingredients

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 teaspoons baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • Wet Ingredients

    • 1 cup vegetable oil
    • 🥚 3 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Carrot Cake Add-ins

    • 2 cups carrots, grated
    • 1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
    • 1 cup chopped walnuts
    • 1 cup flaked coconut

  • Glaze Ingredients

    • 1 cup white sugar
    • 🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter
    • 🥛 ½ cup buttermilk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch pan.

2

Sift flour, baking soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl; set aside.

3

Stir sugar and oil together in a large bowl, until combined. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.

4

Stir in flour mixture just until incorporated. Fold in carrots, pineapple, walnuts, and coconut. Pour batter into prepared pan.

5

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 minutes.

6

While still warm, poke holes in the cake with a fork.

7

For the glaze: Combine sugar, butter, buttermilk, and vanilla in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and cook 5 minutes.

8

Pour glaze over the warm cake, then allow to cool completely.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

643

Calories

  • 6
    Protein
  • 79
    Carbs
  • 36
    Fats

💡 Reduce the baking temperature to 325°F (165°C) if using a glass baking dish.Grate carrots fresh for the best flavor and texture.For added flavor, toast the walnuts before incorporating them.Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an indulgent treat.