Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup vegetable oil
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
– 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the salted caramel frosting:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 cups powdered sugar
– 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought salted caramel sauce
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– Electric mixer or hand mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Grater (for carrots)
– 9-inch round cake pans
– Parchment paper
– Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get started on making this dreamy cake! First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt. Doing this first creates a wonderful aroma that fills the kitchen and sets the mood for what’s to come. Then, in another bowl, beat together the oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and creamy. I love the moment when the sugars melt into the oil, creating a silky mix! (See the next page below to continue steps…)