Easy Carrot Cake Recipe Without Baking Soda

This article will share an easy carrot cake recipe that does not require baking soda. This recipe is perfect for those who are allergic to baking soda or who simply do not have it on hand.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the carrots and nuts.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Let cool completely before frosting.

FAQ

Can use another leavening agent instead of baking soda?

Yes, you can use either 1 teaspoon of cream of tartar for every 1 teaspoon of baking soda called for in the recipe, or 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder for every 1 teaspoon of baking soda called for in the recipe.

Can make this cake ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this cake ahead of time and store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Can freeze this cake?

Yes, you can freeze this cake for up to 3 months. To freeze, wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap and then foil. Thaw the cake overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

Pros of Using Baking Soda

• Baking soda helps to leaven cakes, making them light and fluffy.
• Baking soda helps to brown cakes, giving them a golden crust.
• Baking soda helps to neutralize acids in cakes, preventing them from becoming too sour.

Tips for Making Carrot Cake

• Be sure to grate the carrots finely so that they blend well into the cake batter.
• Add the carrots and nuts to the batter just before baking, as they will help to keep the cake moist.
• Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

Summary