Q: Can I use a different type of oil in this carrot cake recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute vegetable oil with a similar neutral-flavored oil, such as canola or sunflower oil.
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Sam's Famous Carrot Cake
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Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated carrots, vegetable oil, eggs, and sugar. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the carrot mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in chopped walnuts and raisins, if desired.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
- Calories: 380kcal
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 42mg
- Sodium: 357mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 52g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 5g