Debbie’S Carrot Cake

Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
A moist, spiced classic loaded with carrots, coconut, and nuts, topped with rich cream cheese frosting.
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This version of carrot cake is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a dense, moist crumb infused with warm cinnamon and fresh vanilla. The combination of finely grated carrots, sweet shredded coconut, and crunchy chopped nuts creates a delightful textural contrast in every bite. It’s a nostalgic favorite that feels both homemade and celebratory, perfect for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat. The cake is balanced by a tangy, smooth cream cheese frosting that cuts through the sweetness, making it an irresistible dessert that disappears quickly from the table.

Debbie’S Carrot Cake

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 2418.7

Description

This version of carrot cake is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a dense, moist crumb infused with warm cinnamon and fresh vanilla. The combination of finely grated carrots, sweet shredded coconut, and crunchy chopped nuts creates a delightful textural contrast in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic favorite that feels both homemade and celebratory, perfect for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat. The cake is balanced by a tangy, smooth cream cheese frosting that cuts through the sweetness, making it an irresistible dessert that disappears quickly from the table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon.
  3. Add eggs, vegetable oil, grated carrots, and vanilla extract; beat until well combined.
  4. Fold in the shredded coconut and 1/2 cup of the chopped nuts.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  8. Spread cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of chopped nuts over the frosting.
  10. Store covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 2418.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 154.7g238%
Saturated Fat 34.8g174%
Cholesterol 139.9mg47%
Sodium 2595.0mg109%
Total Carbohydrate 243.1g82%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g64%
Sugars 131.8g
Protein 29.2g59%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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