Description
A moist and delicious carrot cake that uses a convenient box mix foundation with gourmet additions.
Ingredients
1 box (15.25 oz) Spice Cake Mix
3 large eggs
1 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 cups freshly grated carrots
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch pan.
Step 2: In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, eggs, water, and oil until well combined.
Step 3: Fold in the shredded carrots and optional nuts or pineapple.
Step 4: Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
Step 5: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool completely before frosting with cream cheese icing.
Notes
Always use fresh carrots rather than pre-shredded ones for the best moisture levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
