Best Carrot Sheet Cake

Health score
4%
Best Carrot Sheet Cake
45 min.
12
379kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Best Carrot Sheet Cake, a dessert that perfectly balances sweetness and spice. This moist and tender cake is a celebration of fresh, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and a hint of coconut, all harmoniously blended to create a treat that’s as delicious as it is visually appealing. With a generous drizzle of Buttermilk Glaze and a luscious layer of Cream Cheese Frosting, this cake is sure to impress at any gathering.

Whether you're hosting a birthday party, a family reunion, or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake serves up to 12 people, making it ideal for sharing. The combination of warm spices like cinnamon and the crunch of pecans or walnuts adds a comforting touch that evokes the essence of home baking. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, so you can whip it up even on a busy day.

Not only is this cake a feast for the taste buds, but it also boasts a caloric breakdown that allows you to enjoy a slice without the guilt. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful medley of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a cake that will become a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup buttermilk 
  • 12 servings buttermilk glaze 
  • ounce pineapple crushed drained canned
  • cups carrots grated ( 3 large carrots)
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups sugar 
  • 3.5 ounce coconut or sweetened flaked canned
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.8 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Stir together first 4 ingredients.
  2. Beat eggs and next 4 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth.
  3. Add flour mixture, beating at low speed until blended. Fold in carrots and next 3 ingredients.
  4. Pour batter into a greased and floured 13- x 9-inch pan.
  5. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes; cover pan loosely with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning, and bake 13 more minutes or until a wooden pick inserted into center comes out clean.
  6. Drizzle Buttermilk Glaze evenly over cake; cool completely in pan.
  7. Spread Cream Cheese Frosting evenly over cake.

Nutrition Facts

Calories379kcal
Protein5.77%
Fat31.63%
Carbs62.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.83
Glycemic Load
35.72
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
12.237826077834%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.98mg
Delphinidin
0.66mg
Catechin
0.66mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:378.73kcal
18.94%
Fat:13.65g
21%
Saturated Fat:3.88g
24.24%
Carbohydrates:60.8g
20.27%
Net Carbohydrates:57.53g
20.92%
Sugar:41.3g
45.89%
Cholesterol:48.15mg
16.05%
Sodium:352.11mg
15.31%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:5.61g
11.22%
Vitamin A:3671.72IU
73.43%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.3%
Selenium:13.44µg
19.2%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.02%
Fiber:3.27g
13.09%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.08%
Folate:52.01µg
13%
Copper:0.21mg
10.5%
Phosphorus:102.47mg
10.25%
Iron:1.71mg
9.49%
Vitamin B3:1.69mg
8.44%
Vitamin K:8.53µg
8.12%
Magnesium:28.47mg
7.12%
Potassium:221.7mg
6.33%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.1%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.08%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.9%
Calcium:48.51mg
4.85%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.38%
Vitamin C:3.15mg
3.82%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
3%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.97%
Source:My Recipes