How to make Beth s carrot cake from travelingwithyou.net
Introduction
Looking for the perfect cake recipe to impress your friends and family? Look no further! This recipe is tried and tested and has been a crowd-pleaser for years. With its moist texture and delicious flavor, this cake will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you'll need to make this amazing cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients, let's get started with the instructions: 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan. 2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. 4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until well combined. 6. Stir in the vanilla extract. 7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
This cake is definitely a treat, but we've included the nutrition information below for those who are curious:
Serving size: 1 slice (1/12th of the cake)
Calories: 305
Total fat: 14g
Saturated fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 86mg
Sodium: 185mg
Total carbohydrates: 41g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 27g
Protein: 4g
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to help you customize this cake to your liking:
For a chocolate version of this cake, simply substitute 1/2 cup of the flour with cocoa powder.
If you don't have whole milk, you can use any type of milk you have on hand.
For a more pronounced vanilla flavor, you can scrape the seeds from a vanilla bean and add them to the batter.
If you prefer a lighter cake, you can add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder.
You can also try adding different types of extracts, such as almond or lemon, to give the cake a unique flavor.
If you're feeling adventurous, you can try adding some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter for added texture.
Conclusion
There you have it – the best cake recipe you'll ever taste! Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to indulge in a delicious treat, this cake is sure to impress. So why not give it a try and let us know what you think? We'd love to hear your feedback!
