Carrot Cake Loaf
This moist and flavorful carrot cake loaf is a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh grated carrots and warm spices, it offers a comforting taste that pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, whisk sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well blended.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in grated carrots and chopped pecans.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg