This Easy Carrot Cake is a moist, flavorful, and spiced classic, perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy afternoon desserts. Packed with warm spices, tender grated carrots, and optionally studded with raisins and walnuts, it’s topped off with a rich and tangy cream cheese frosting that brings everything together. Simple to make and delicious to eat, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 4 large eggs
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
