Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Moist Carrot Bundt Cake, a perfect dessert that blends nostalgia with a modern twist. With its rich spices and fresh ingredients, this cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly soft and moist. Ideal for any gathering, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy afternoon tea, this cake will surely impress family and friends alike. The combination of grated carrots, sweet pineapple, and crunchy nuts creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that make every slice irresistible. Drizzled with a creamy glaze, this cake transforms into an unforgettable experience that everyone will want to savor. Bake one today and enjoy the warm comfort it brings!
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely grated carrots
- 1 cup canned pineapple
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 tsps baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2½ tsps cinnamon (ground)
- 1¾ tsps ginger (ground/powdered)
- ¼ tsp cloves (ground)
- ½ tsp nutmeg (ground)
- 1½ cups soft brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup unflavoured vegetable oil
- 3 tsps vanilla essence/extract
- ½ cup yoghurt
- 1 cup pecans or walnuts (coarsely chopped)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tsps unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract/essence (for glaze)
- ¾ cup cream cheese (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your Bundt pan generously.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat brown sugar and eggs until fluffy; gradually mix in vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
- Fold in the grated carrots and pineapple until well combined.
- Gently add dry ingredients to wet mixture; fold until just combined.
- Stir in coarsely chopped nuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared Bundt pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze: Mix melted butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
