The Ultimate Carrot Cake Recipe

Get ready to bake the most amazing carrot cake! This classic recipe is moist, spiced to perfection, and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting that’s simply irresistible. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day you deserve a delicious treat!

Table of Contents

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Cooking Notes
• Variations
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ingredients

For the Carrot Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups grated carrots (about 4-5 medium carrots)
• 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup drained crushed pineapple

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt