Description
A moist and delicious Carrot Cake Poke Cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the vegetable oil, grated carrots, crushed pineapple, walnuts, and raisins until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork, poke holes all over the top of the cake.
- In a small bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk with the vanilla extract. Pour the mixture evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Let the cake cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the chilled cake.
- If desired, sprinkle shredded coconut over the whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce.
- You can also add a cream cheese frosting instead of whipped cream for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg