Marla Gibbs' Carrot Cake Recipe

Name: Marla Gibbs' Carrot Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups raw sugar; 4 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil; 2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups carrots grated; 1 can pineapple crushed, drained; 1 cup pecans chopped; 1 package cream cheese softened; 1 cup butter softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 pound powdered sugar sifted

Servings: persons

2 cups raw sugar
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups carrots grated
1 can pineapple crushed, drained
1 cup pecans chopped
1 package cream cheese softened
1 cup butter softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pound powdered sugar sifted

1
In a mixing bowl, beat raw sugar and eggs thoroughly.
2
Mix in vegetable oil.
3
Stir flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt together.
4
Add to egg mixture, beating until just combined.
5
Stir in carrots, pineapple and pecan.
6
Spread evenly into 2 greased and waxed paper lined 9 inch round cake pans.
7
Bake at 350F (180C) for 35 to 40 minutes or until cake pulls slightly away from the edge of pan.
8
Cool 10 minutes; remove cake from pan.
9
Cool on wire rack.
10
In a la rge mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until light and fluffy.
11
Gradually add powdered sugar.
12
Beat until smooth.
13
Spread top of one layer with 1/4 of cheese mixture.
14
Place second lay on top and spread with frosting.

2860

kcal

Calories

183

Fat

295

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups raw sugar, 4 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil, 2 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose, and more.

Yes, Marla Gibbs' 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.

Marla Gibbs' Carrot Cake

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