This easy grandma’s famous carrot cake recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
GRANDMA'S FAMOUS CARROT CAKE
This easy grandma's famous carrot cake recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- cups grated carrots
- cups all-purpose flour
- cups white sugar
- teaspoons of baking soda
- teaspoon baking powder
- Half a teaspoon of salt
- teaspoon ground cinnamon
- eggs
- cup vegetable oil
- teaspoon of vanilla extract
- can of crushed pineapple with juice 8 ounce
- cup chopped pecans
- and a half cups of sugar
- package Neofchatel cheese 8 ounces
- Half a cup of soft butter
- teaspoon of vanilla extract
- cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9-inch skillet with flour and brush with flour.
- In a large bowl, combine grated carrots, flour, white sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add eggs, oil, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, pineapple, and 3/4 cup chopped pecans, stirring. Pour the mixture into a prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean in the center of the cake. Let it cool down.
- To make frosting:
- In a medium bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, Neofchatel cheese, 1/2 cup of butter or margarine, and 1 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla. Whisk until smooth, then stir in 1 cup chopped pecans. Spread on a chilled cake.
- Enjoy !
Tips for the Best GRANDMA’S FAMOUS CARROT CAKE
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking grandma’s famous carrot cake.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.