Carrot Cake
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic homemade carrot cake featuring grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts, topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. This crowd-pleasing sheet cake is perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | 45 mins | None | 16 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- 10x15 baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | Vegetable Oil | None |
| 3 cups | Sugar | None |
| 5 | Eggs | Medium |
| 3 cups | Carrots | Grated |
| 12 oz | Pineapple | Crushed |
Dry Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 1/2 cups | Flour | None |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Salt | None |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Baking Soda | None |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Baking Powder | None |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Cinnamon | None |
Add-ins
Frosting
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6 oz | Cream Cheese | None |
| 8 oz | Margarine | None |
| 1 lb | Powdered Sugar | None |
| 2 oz | Walnuts | Grated, for topping |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Mix
- Mix together the 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil, 3 cups sugar, and 5 medium eggs.
- Stir in the 3 cups grated carrots and 12 oz crushed pineapple into the wet mixture.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the 4 1/2 cups flour, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon.
Step 2: Combine and Bake
- Blend the wet and dry mixtures together, then add the 3 tsp vanilla and 1 1/2 cups walnuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 10x15 pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 45 mins until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the cake springs back lightly to the touch.
Step 3: Frosting
- Beat together the 6 oz cream cheese, 8 oz margarine, and 1 lb powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake and sprinkle with the 2 oz grated walnuts.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store frosted cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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