Description
Indulgent carrot bundt cake promises a delightful journey through layers of warm spices and moist, rich crumb. Homemade comfort meets elegance, inviting you to savor each delectable slice of this classic dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup vegetable oil
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coating the bundt pan with a non-stick spray or butter.
- Sift together the dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of flour, sugar, leavening agents, spices, and seasoning.
- Create a smooth emulsion by vigorously whisking eggs with vegetable oil until the mixture becomes uniform and slightly frothy.
- Incorporate freshly grated carrots into the liquid ingredients, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
- Merge the wet and dry components, using minimal strokes to prevent overworking the batter, which could result in a dense cake texture.
- Transfer the cake mixture into the prepared bundt pan, carefully spreading it to achieve an even surface and eliminate potential air pockets.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, monitoring the cake’s progress by inserting a clean toothpick into the center.
- Once the toothpick emerges clean and the cake has developed a golden-brown exterior, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
- Gently invert the bundt pan onto a wire rack, letting the cake release naturally to maintain its delicate structure.
Notes
- Use freshly grated carrots for maximum moisture and natural sweetness in the cake.
- Replace some vegetable oil with applesauce to reduce fat content while maintaining a soft texture.
- Enhance flavor by adding optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts, raisins, or shredded coconut to the batter.
- Allow cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a smooth, even coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg