Description
This Carrot Bundt Cake is moist, rich, and perfectly spiced, featuring sweet grated carrots, a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, and a luscious cream cheese glaze. It’s an elegant yet comforting dessert ideal for Easter, holidays, or any time you crave a classic homemade treat.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups finely grated carrots
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease and flour a Bundt pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in grated carrots, crushed pineapple (if using), and nuts until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze: beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk or cream until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Grate fresh carrots instead of using pre-shredded ones for a moist texture.
- Mix in raisins, shredded coconut, or extra nuts for added flavor and texture.
- Substitute half the oil with unsweetened applesauce for a lighter version.
- Grease and flour the Bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
