Description
This Maple Caramel Carrot Cake is a sweet, spiced dessert that’s sure to impress. With a moist and flavorful base, featuring grated carrots, warm spices, and a hint of maple caramel sweetness, it’s perfect for any occasion. Topped with walnuts and raisins for extra texture, this cake is an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch pan.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, mix together the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the grated carrots, walnuts, and raisins until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can frost this cake with cream cheese frosting or a maple glaze for extra sweetness.
- For an extra caramel flavor, consider adding caramel sauce on top once the cake is cooled.
- This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes