Lee'S Famous Carrot Cake Recipe

Name: Lee'S Famous Carrot Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups granulated sugar; 2 cups flour (level cups); 2 teaspoons baking soda; 3 teaspoons cinnamon (powdered); 1 teaspoon salt; 3 cups grated carrots (~1Lb small or large carrots); 4 eggs (large); 1 1/2 cups Wesson Oil (or similar vegetable oil); 1 cup butter; 16 ounces cream cheese; 4 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 (1 lb) boxes powdered sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups flour (level cups)
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 teaspoons cinnamon (powdered)
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups grated carrots (~1Lb small or large carrots)
4 eggs (large)
1 1/2 cups Wesson Oil (or similar vegetable oil)
1 cup butter
16 ounces cream cheese
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 (1 lb) boxes powdered sugar

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["Pre-heat oven to 350u00b0F.", "For one 3-layer cake: grease (with butter) and flour three 8 or 9 inch cake pans. (For ~24 cupcakes: prepare cupcake pans with paper liners.).", "Grate Carrots (by hand or with food processor) and set aside.", "In a separate bowl sift together the dry ingredients: Sugar, Flour, Baking Soda, Cinnamon, and Salt and set aside.", "In mixer bowl, add Eggs and Wesson Oil. Mix at medium speed until eggs and oil are blended.", "Continue mixing eggs and oil at medium speed and gradually add dry ingredients. Mix at medium speed to a batter consistency.", "Continue mixing at medium speed and gradually add grated Carrots to batter. Mix until Carrots are evenly distributed. (The batter may look a little ""thinner"" than normal cake batter.).", "For a cake - divide batter evenly between the 3 cake pans. Bake cake at 350 F for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. For cupcakes - fill liners to the top. Bake cupcakes at 350 F for 30-35 minutes. Check a few cupcakes with a toothpick to insure they are done. NOTE: For both the cake and cupcakes there will be a bit of shrinkage as they cool to room temperature.", "Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature - usually 1 to 2 hours.", "About a 1/2 hour before starting to make the icing, take the butter and cream cheese out to soften. Don't start making the icing until you're ready to ice the cake or cupcakes (they are at room temperature). When you finish making the icing it should be smooth and easy to work with.", "Put Butter and Cream Cheese in mixer bowl and mix on medium speed until smooth.", "Continue mixing at medium speed and add in the Vanilla.", "Continue mixing at medium speed and slowly (otherwise you'll get a cloud of powdered sugar) add Powdered Sugar. Mix until smooth. Now you're ready to ice the cake and/or cupcakes.", "After icing, refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving so the icing can firm up. Store the cake/cupcakes in the refrigerator. Take the cake/cupcakes out of the refrigerator about 20-30 minutes before serving."]

2630

kcal

Calories

185

Fat

223

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups granulated sugar, 2 cups flour (level cups), 2 teaspoons baking soda, 3 teaspoons cinnamon (powdered), and more.

Yes, Lee'S Famous Carrot Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lee'S Famous Carrot Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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