Best 6 Grandma Joans Carrot Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of Grandma Joan's Carrot Cake, a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. This classic dessert combines moist carrot cake layers with a rich cream cheese frosting, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. The moist cake is studded with grated carrots, providing a subtle sweetness and a delightful textural contrast. Perfectly balanced spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, warm the palate and evoke feelings of nostalgia. The cream cheese frosting, made with a combination of cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract, adds a velvety smoothness and a tangy touch that complements the sweetness of the cake. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a comforting treat, Grandma Joan's Carrot Cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With variations such as a gluten-free option and a vegan alternative, this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can savor the goodness of this classic dessert.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S CARROT CAKE



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This recipe has been a favorite in our family for three generations. Different from traditional carrot cakes, this cake is extremely moist and flavorful and is topped with a buttermilk glaze while still warm. Try it and I think you will agree that it is the best!! Be certain to reduce the baking temperature to 325 degrees F(165 degrees C) if using a glass baking pan.

Provided by heybejay

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Carrot Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups carrots, grated
1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
½ cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan. Sift together the flour, baking soda and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the sugar and oil until blended. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Stir in the flour mixture just until incorporated. Fold in the pineapple, carrots, coconut and walnuts. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. While still warm, poke holes in the cake with a fork.
  • For the glaze: In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, buttermilk and vanilla. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and cook for 5 minutes. Pour glaze over warm cake, then allow to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.7 calories, Carbohydrate 78.5 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 323.7 mg, Sugar 59.1 g

GRANDMA'S CARROT CAKE



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My grandma was very special to me. She had a big country kitchen that was full of wonderful aromas any time we visited. This was one of her prized cake recipes, and it continues to be a favorite from generation to generation. -Denise Strasz, Detroit, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups shredded carrots (about 6 medium)
1 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., Beat first 4 ingredients until well blended. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Stir in carrots and walnuts., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack; cool completely., For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 calories, Fat 35g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GRANDMA'S APPLE CARROT CAKE



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Rich, moist and cinnamony, this old-fashioned cake recipe was handed down from our beloved Grandma Kelly. It's a perfect way to use up a few carrots and an apple...and it's ideal for smaller families, since it yields fewer servings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups finely shredded carrots
1 cup shredded peeled apple
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, oil and sugars until smooth. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to egg mixture just until combined. Stir in carrots and apple., Spoon into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, combine the frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Spread over cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANDMA CARROT CAKE



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This Cake has been the family fav for as long as I can remember. My grandmother would only make this on special occasions and hoildays. She then passed it down to me so I thought I would share it with you. My mouth is watering now as I type

Provided by ARMY COOK 99

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 8-10 Slices, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 cups white sugar
3/4 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs, large beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups cake flour (measure then sift ) or 2 cups all-purpose flour (measure then sift )
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups grated fresh carrots
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, Drained
1 (3 1/2 ounce) can flaked coconut
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1.5 (8 ounce) cream cheese, Softed Room Temp
1/2 cup unsalted butter or 1/2 cup margarine, Softed Room Temp
1 (16 ounce) powdered sugar, Sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven at 350 degrees.
  • Combine First 5 ingredints ; Beat well on low speed.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add to sugar mixture, Stirring well on low.
  • Add carrots, walnuts, pineapple, and coconuts; Stir well on Low.
  • Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cakepans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until a wooden toothpick comes out clean.
  • Pour Buttermilk glaze over warm cake layers.
  • LET COOL IN PANS FOR 15 MINS.
  • Remove from pans and let cool completely on wire racks.
  • Spread Cream Cheese frosting between each layers and on top and sides of cake.
  • BUTTERMILK GLAZE:.
  • Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large saucepan.
  • Bring to boil over medium heat cooking for 4 mins Stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat, Stir in vanilla.
  • CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:.
  • Combine cream cheese and butter; Beat at medium speed until smooth.
  • Gradually add sugar, Beating until light and fluffy.
  • Stop mixer and hand stir in vanilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11236.9, Fat 588.7, SaturatedFat 243.8, Cholesterol 1433.2, Sodium 6463.4, Carbohydrate 1446.9, Fiber 34.1, Sugar 1162.2, Protein 98.1

GRANDMA'S CARROT CAKE



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This is my grandmother's recipe. It's super moist and delicious. Frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting

Provided by Aubry177

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 Cake

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
2 cups carrots, grated
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup oil
3 eggs
1 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour cake pan to prevent sticking if you plan on serving cake out of the pan.
  • Combine dry ingredients then add remaining ingredients. Bake for 45 minutes. (oven times vary).
  • Frost with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5625.2, Fat 311.9, SaturatedFat 40.6, Cholesterol 558, Sodium 2825.3, Carbohydrate 674.3, Fiber 27.7, Sugar 448.6, Protein 66.1

GRANDMA JOAN'S CARROT CAKE



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This was my grandmothers recipe that she made for every bithday and holiday....Now that she's gone, I make it for my children. It's still a favorite!

Provided by Shannon Whyte @Huntress

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cup(s) all purpose flour
2 cup(s) sugar
2 teaspoon(s) baking soda
2 teaspoon(s) cinnamon, ground
1 dash(es) salt
1 1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
3 cup(s) peeled and grated carrots
8 ounce(s) cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup(s) butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
1 pound(s) powered sugar

Steps:

  • Carrot Cake: Combine flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Sift these ingredients 3 times. Slowly add oil and beat on medium speed 8-10 minutes. Add eggs in one at a time while mixing on low speed. Stir in vanilla. Fold in carrots. Bake at 350 in a greased and floured Bundt cake pan fo 50 mimutes or until a toothpick inserted in the cake comes out clean.
  • Cream Cheese Frosting: Blend cream cheese and butter. Mix in vanilla. Slowly add powered sugar and mix well. Frost cake once it has cooled. Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful carrot cake, use freshly grated carrots. Grating the carrots yourself ensures that they are evenly sized and will cook evenly in the cake batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a light hand when measuring the flour. Too much flour can make the cake dry and crumbly.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the cake.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • If you don't have a cream cheese frosting recipe, you can use a simple powdered sugar glaze. Simply mix together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • Garnish the cake with grated carrots, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.

Conclusion:

Grandma Joan's Carrot Cake is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone. With its moist texture, flavorful spices, and creamy frosting, this cake is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for a birthday party, a potluck, or just a simple dessert, this cake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make carrot cake recipe, give Grandma Joan's recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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