Mom’s Carrot Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Mom’s Carrot Cake
140 min.
15
413kcal

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Welcome to a delightful journey of flavors with Mom’s Carrot Cake, a cherished recipe that brings warmth and nostalgia to every bite. This vegetarian dessert is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a celebration of wholesome ingredients that come together to create a moist, flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, celebrating a birthday, or simply indulging in a sweet craving, this cake is sure to impress.

With its rich blend of grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each slice is a burst of flavor that transports you back to simpler times. The addition of cream cheese frosting elevates this cake to a whole new level, providing a creamy, tangy contrast that perfectly complements the sweetness of the cake.

Not only is this cake a feast for the senses, but it also serves up a generous 15 servings, making it ideal for sharing with friends and family. With a preparation time of just 140 minutes, you’ll find that the effort is well worth it when you see the smiles on your loved ones’ faces. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s create a masterpiece that will become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 1.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened (1 stick)
  • cups carrots raw grated (medium grate)
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • ounces pineapple crushed undrained
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.8 cups sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • blender
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 350F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  2. Add grated carrots and toss to coat. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, using medium speed of electric mixer, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla.
  4. Add oil and pineapple, mix well. In batches on low speed, add carrot mixture, mix until combined.
  5. Pour into your pan.
  6. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. To make the cream cheese frosting, run a dry whisk or fork through the powdered sugar to break up any lumps and set aside. In a medium mixing bowl, using electric mixer at medium speed, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until very smooth. Turn the mixer on low speed and add in the powdered sugar in batches.
  8. Cool cake completely, about 1 hour. Frost with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories413kcal
Protein4.4%
Fat33.78%
Carbs61.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.06
Glycemic Load
26.4
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.6743479293326%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:413.42kcal
20.67%
Fat:15.82g
24.34%
Saturated Fat:7.85g
49.04%
Carbohydrates:65.14g
21.71%
Net Carbohydrates:63.94g
23.25%
Sugar:50.44g
56.04%
Cholesterol:81.14mg
27.05%
Sodium:371.57mg
16.16%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Protein:4.64g
9.28%
Vitamin A:3323.29IU
66.47%
Selenium:11.49µg
16.41%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.94%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.13%
Folate:42.39µg
10.6%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.52%
Vitamin K:8.68µg
8.27%
Phosphorus:81.28mg
8.13%
Calcium:67.79mg
6.78%
Iron:1.22mg
6.76%
Vitamin B3:1.23mg
6.12%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.41%
Fiber:1.2g
4.81%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.19%
Potassium:133.52mg
3.81%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.7%
Copper:0.06mg
3.23%
Vitamin C:2.43mg
2.95%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.9%
Magnesium:11.41mg
2.85%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.75%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.78%