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Carrot Pound Cake Recipe - Easy Dessert with Vanilla Glaze

Carrot Pound Cake Recipe – Easy Dessert with Vanilla Glaze

Description

Welcome to a delightful baking adventure! If you love moist, flavorful cakes, this Carrot Pound Cake with Vanilla Glaze is a recipe you won’t want to miss. With the perfect balance of spices and a sweet glaze, this dessert is bound to become a family favorite. Let’s dive into the world of baking and make this delectable treat together!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Cake:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/4 cups finely grated carrots

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Step1: Prepare Your Oven and Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.

Step2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together:

  • Flour
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
    Set aside.

Step3: Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step4: Add Eggs and Vanilla

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, ensuring everything is just combined.

Step6: Fold in Carrots

Gently fold in the finely grated carrots, making sure they’re evenly distributed.

Step7: Bake

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step8: Cool

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Equipment

Notes

  • Use freshly grated carrots for the best texture and moisture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute with a mixture of milk and lemon juice.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/carrot-pound-cake-recipe-easy-dessert-with-vanilla-glaze/