Best 9 Moist One Pan Carrot Cake Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Carrot cake is a classic dessert that is loved by people of all ages. It is often served at birthday parties and other special occasions. There are many different recipes for carrot cake, but the one-pan carrot cake recipe from Tasty is a favorite among many. This recipe is easy to make and results in a moist and delicious carrot cake that is perfect for any occasion. In this article, we will provide step-by-step instructions on how to make this delicious carrot cake, along with tips and tricks to ensure that your cake turns out perfect every time.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MOIST ONE-PAN CARROT CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Moist One-Pan Carrot Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, vegetable oil, brown sugar, large eggs, vanilla, milk, carrot, pecan, cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar

Provided by Yolanda O

Categories     Desserts

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
¾ cup milk
2 ½ cups carrot, grated and drained
¾ cup pecan, chopped
2 packages cream cheese
2 sticks butter
2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, spices,salt and baking soda in a bowl, fully incorporating. Then, in a larger bowl, mix eggs, oil, sugar and vanilla. Next add milk and whisk until combined.
  • Next, fold in flour one half at a time making sure to not overmix.
  • Just before the batter comes together, add in the carrots and pecans.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13" cake pan or a 10"cake pan, 3 inches in height.
  • Pour batter into a greased pan, venting air, and bake for 25-30 minutes (or until cooked through).
  • While the cake is baking, make frosting by creaming together butter and cream cheese in a stand mixer. Then, add in sifted powdered sugar in ¼ cup increments and whip until fluffy.
  • Remove cakes from the oven and cool.
  • Frost cakes and decorate as desired.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calories, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 45 grams

CLASSIC CARROT CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Carrot Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: carrot, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, allspice, kosher salt, baking powder, baking soda, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, large eggs, vegetable oil, raisin, crushed pineapple, unsalted butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, walnuts

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h55m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups carrot, hand-grated
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus 1 tablespoon, divided
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
½ cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup raisin
1 cup crushed pineapple, canned
1 cup unsalted butter, (2 sticks) room temperature
12 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
2 cups walnuts, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Grease 3 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  • Grate the carrots on the small holes of a box grater. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, sift together 2½ cups (310 G) of flour, the cinnamon, allspice, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Whisk together.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and eggs together with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until just combined.
  • With the mixer running, gradually pour in the vegetable oil.
  • With the mixer on medium-low speed, add ⅓ of the flour mixture at a time to the wet ingredients. Beat just to incorporate. Stop mixing when there is just a small amount of flour visible.
  • In a small bowl, toss the raisins with the remaining tablespoon of flour.
  • Add the raisin, grated carrots, and pineapple to the batter and fold to incorporate with a rubber spatula.
  • Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a fork inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean.
  • Cool the cakes on a wire rack until the pans are cool to the touch. Remove the cakes from the pans and let cool completely on the rack.
  • Make the icing: In a large bowl, beat together the butter, cream cheese, and vanilla with an electric hand mixer on medium-low speed. Once combined, mix on medium-high speed for 30 seconds, until light and fluffy.
  • Add the powdered sugar, ½ cup (60 G) at a time, beating on medium-low speed to incorporate each addition.
  • Assemble the cake: Check to see if the top of each cake is flat. If not, use a serrated knife level off the cakes.
  • Place 1 cake layer on a serving platter or cake stand. Spoon ¼ of the icing on top and spread in an even layer. Add another layer of cake and spread with another ¼ of the icing. Set the last cake layer on top with the bottom up to ensure a very flat surface. Spread the rest of the icing over the top and sides.
  • Gently press the walnuts into the icing around the sides of the cake.
  • Chill for 30-60 minutes to let the icing set, then slice and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1012 calories, Carbohydrate 94 grams, Fat 68 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 63 grams

INCREDIBLY MOIST AND EASY CARROT CAKE



Incredibly Moist and Easy Carrot Cake image

This is the best carrot cake recipe I've ever used. We prefer to use a hand grater when preparing the carrots since it creates delicate carrot shreds that melt into the cake batter. Pre-shredded bags or shredding carrots using a food processor are also options, but the carrot shreds will be larger. This recipe is forgiving. You can make this with or without the nuts or raisins. We love the combination of granulated and brown sugar, but if you only have one of them, use it, and the cake will still be delicious. Frosting: Our creamy frosting recipe shared below is not a traditional cream cheese frosting. Thanks to whipped cream, it's creamier and has soft peaks (you can see it in our video). We love it, but if you prefer a more traditional frosting, see the tips section below the recipe. We have provided instructions for a classic cream cheese frosting that works nicely with this cake.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield Makes 1 (9-inch) double layer cake (16 thin slices) or 22 to 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups (260 grams) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ¼ cups (295 ml) canola or other vegetable oil
1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
1 cup (190 grams) lightly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3 cups (300 grams) grated peeled carrots, 5 to 6 medium carrots
1 cup (100 grams) coarsely chopped pecans
1/2 cup (65 grams) raisins
8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, at room temperature
1 ¼ cups (140 grams) powdered sugar
1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup (50 grams) coarsely chopped pecans, for topping cake

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans, line the bottom with parchment paper and then grease the top. Or grease and flour the bottom and sides of both pans.
  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176C).
  • Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl until very well blended.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking after each one.
  • Switch to a large rubber spatula. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl, then add the dry ingredients in three parts, gently stirring until they disappear and the batter is smooth.
  • Stir in the carrots, nuts, and raisins.
  • Divide the cake batter between the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake until the tops of the cake layers are springy when touched and when a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Cool cakes in the pans for 15 minutes, then carefully turn the cake layers out onto cooling racks. Remove the parchment paper and cool completely. If you find that a cake layer is sticking to the bottom of the pan, leave the cake pan upside down and allow gravity to do its thing.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with a handheld mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute.
  • Beat in the powdered sugar, a 1/4 cup at a time, until fluffy.
  • Pour in the whipping cream. Beat on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the frosting is whipped and creamy. This frosting resembles the texture of whipped cream. Chill covered until ready to frost the cake.
  • When the cake layers are completely cool, frost the top of one cake layer, and place the second cake layer on top.
  • Add the remaining frosting to the top of the carrot cake and use a butter knife or small spatula to swirl the frosting around. Leave the sides of the cake unfrosted. Finish with a handful of nuts on top.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice (1 of 16), Calories 535, Fat 33.4g, SaturatedFat 6.9g, Cholesterol 69.3mg, Sodium 315.9mg, Carbohydrate 56.4g, Fiber 2.4g, Sugar 40.5g, Protein 5.6g

MOIST CARROT CAKE



Moist Carrot Cake image

This moist flavorful carrot cake always gets raves, but no one ever believes me when I reveal the secret ingredient - tomato soup! It's a beautiful dessert with its light orange color and rich frosting. -Grace Yaskovic, Branchville, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash salt
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins or dried currants, optional
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk
Chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add soup and egg; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; beat into creamed mixture. Stir in the carrots, walnuts and raisins or currants if desired. Pour into a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. , In another bowl, combine the first four frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Frost cake; top with walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 289mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MOIST CARROT CAKE



Moist Carrot Cake image

This cake was made and brought to me at work. It is the moistest carrot cake I have ever had. Decorate with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Provided by KORIBEAR

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sheet Cake Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 eggs
1 ½ cups vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
2 ¾ cups shredded carrots
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
¾ cup chopped walnuts
1 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix sugar, oil, and eggs. Beat in flour mixture. Stir in shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, chopped nuts and flaked coconut. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 35.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 470.2 mg, Sugar 39.8 g

GOLDEN, MOIST CARROT CAKE



Golden, Moist Carrot Cake image

From Taste of the South magazine by Shirley Corriher. Perfect with Recipe #357351. She recommends using a baking stone to insure a steady baking temperature in the oven. Refrigerate leftovers.

Provided by Kats Mom

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 8, 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups walnuts or 2 cups pecans, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
nonstick cooking spray
2 1/3 cups self-rising flour, spooned and leveled
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated, if possible)
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice (optional)
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2 cups light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup orange juice (fresh is best)
3 cups very finely grated carrots (approximately 6 carrots)

Steps:

  • PREPARATION: Arrange a shelf in the lower third of the oven and place a baking stone on it.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Spread nuts on a baking sheet, place in the oven on the stone, and roast for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • While nuts are hot, stir in 2 tablespoons butter and 1/4 teaspoon salt; set aside.
  • Spray 2 (8-inch) round cake pans (the 2-inch high kind) with nonstick cooking spray and line with a parchment circle.
  • Spray very lightly on top of parchment, too.
  • THE CAKE: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and orange zest.
  • Beat well at medium speed with an electric mixer.
  • In another bowl, stir together whole eggs, egg yolks, and brown sugar.
  • Then, add oil, vanilla, and orange juice, stirring to combine.
  • Make a hole in the center of flour mixture and add egg mixture, a little at a time, stirring by hand.
  • Add carrots and roasted nuts.
  • Pour batter into prepared pans (spoon batter from one pan to the other until batter is divided equally).
  • Drop pans, one at a time, onto the counter from a height of 4 inches to knock out large air bubbles.
  • Place both pans in oven on stone.
  • Bake for approximately 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center springs back when touched. Ideally, cake should not pull away from sides until it has just come out of oven. (The center temperature should read approximately 209° on an instant-read thermometer.).
  • COOLING THE CAKE: Cool cake layers in pans on a cooling rack for approximately 10 minutes.
  • Shake pan to loosen cake all around.
  • Spray a cooling rack with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place rack, sprayed side down, on top of cake and invert.
  • Let cool completely.
  • FROSTING THE CAKE: When completely cool, slice each layer in half horizontally, creating 4 layers.
  • Divide cream cheese icing in half; reserving one half to ice top and sides.
  • Divide remaining half into thirds.
  • Place one layer, cut side up, on a cake plate or serving dish and spread with one-third of icing.
  • Place another layer on top of icing, cut side up, and spread with another third.
  • Place third layer on top, cut side up, and spread with remaining third.
  • Place top layer on, cut side down. Ice top and sides with reserved icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 92.9, Sodium 520.3, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 37.7, Protein 7.7

CARROT SHEET CAKE



Carrot Sheet Cake image

We sold pieces of this to-die-for carrot cake at an art show and before long, sold out of the 10 cakes we had made! -Dottie Cosgrove, South El Monte, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 30 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup canola oil
2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded carrots
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, beat eggs, oil and sugar until smooth. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; add to egg mixture and beat well. Stir in carrots and walnuts. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , For frosting, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla in a bowl until smooth; beat in sugar. Spread over cake. Sprinkle with nuts. Decorate as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

"JIFFY" EXTRA MOIST CARROT CAKE



Make and share this "Jiffy" Extra Moist Carrot Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package jiffy yellow cake mix
3 tablespoons vanilla instant pudding mix (dry)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 eggs
1/4 cup oil
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup crushed pineapple
3/4 cup grated carrot
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix together the cake mix, pudding, nutmeg and cinnamon.
  • Add eggs, oil and water to this mixture.
  • Mix on medium speed for 1 minute.
  • Add the pineapple, carrots, pecans and coconut.
  • Blend well.
  • Pour into a greased 9 inch round cake pan.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes, until tooth pick inserted in the center comes out clean.

CARROT CAKE XI



Carrot Cake XI image

Everyone tells me this is the best carrot cake ever! Frost with your favorite Cream Cheese Frosting.

Provided by Michele

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 ⅓ cups vegetable oil
4 cups grated carrots
¾ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sugar and eggs until thick and pale. Stir in the oil, then gradually mix in the sifted dry ingredients. Fold in the carrots and nuts. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. When cool, frost with your favorite Cream Cheese Frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 208.2 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

Tips:

  • Fresh Carrots: For the best flavor and texture, use fresh carrots. Grating them finely will help them distribute evenly throughout the cake.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can result in a dense, dry cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Proper Pan Size: Use a 9x13 inch pan for this recipe. A smaller pan will result in a thicker cake that may not cook evenly, while a larger pan will result in a thinner cake that may be dry.
  • Creaming Butter and Sugar: Creaming the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is essential for a moist and tender cake. This step incorporates air into the batter, which helps the cake rise.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring your eggs, butter, and buttermilk to room temperature before starting. This will help the ingredients mix together more easily and evenly.
  • Nuts and Spices: Feel free to add your favorite nuts or spices to the cake batter. Walnuts, pecans, and raisins are all popular additions. Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger can also enhance the flavor.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting: The cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the moist carrot cake. Be sure to use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

This one-pan carrot cake recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet flavor, and creamy frosting, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try!

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