Spiced Carrot and Walnut Cake [ 45 min ]
This Spiced Carrot and Walnut Cake captures the essence of autumn with its aromatic blend of warm spices and the natural sweetness of grated carrots. The addition of walnuts adds a delightful crunch, making each bite a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It's a comforting yet wholesome dessert that pairs perfectly with a hot cup of tea or coffee. In less than an hour, you can treat yourself to a cozy, homemade cake that's sure to warm your heart and your home. A delightful treat that is as easy to make as it is delicious to eat.
Ingrédients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar and vegetable oil together until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, raisins (if using), and applesauce.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtéines: 4gFat: 12gSucre: 20g
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