Publix Carrot Cake Recipe
Do you love carrot cake? Carras Cake Publix is spongy, sticky and rich. The Publix Carrot Cake Recipe can be prepared at home. You do not require advanced skills and costly materials.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg optional
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts optional
- 1 cup shredded coconut optional
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Set oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch pans. Line with parchment paper for easy release.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk to blend.
Beat Eggs and Sugars
- In a large bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add Oil and Vanilla
- Pour in vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
Combine Dry and Wet
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet. Stir gently until no flour streaks remain.
Add Carrots and Pineapple
- Fold in grated carrots and crushed pineapple. Mix carefully to keep batter light.
Add Nuts and Coconut
- Fold in walnuts and shredded coconut if using. Ensure even distribution in the batter.
Pour Batter into Pans
- Divide batter evenly into prepared pans. Smooth tops with a spatula for even baking.
Bake the Cake
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Do not overbake.
Cool the Cake
- Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes in pans. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
- Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
Frost the Cake
- Place one cake layer on plate. Spread frosting evenly. Place second layer and frost top and sides.
Decorate as Desired
- Sprinkle extra nuts or coconut on top for decoration. You can also leave it simple.
Chill Before Serving
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set frosting. Slice with a sharp knife before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh carrots for best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter; cake stays moist.
- Drain pineapple well to avoid soggy cake.
- Room temperature eggs mix better with sugar.
- Frost cake after it is fully cooled.