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A fully frosted carrot cake on a rustic wooden cake stand, garnished with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, and carrot curls.

Easy Homemade Carrot Cake Mix Recipe

Learn how to make a homemade carrot cake mix that's quick, cost-effective, and customizable. Save time without sacrificing flavor with this easy recipe!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy carrot cake mix recipe, homemade carrot cake mix, make-ahead carrot cake mix
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 379kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Airtight container or jar (for storing mix)
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Whisk or sifter
  • Grater (for fresh carrots)

Ingredients

For the Dry Mix:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt

To Complete the Cake:

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup crushed pineapple Optional
  • ½ cup walnuts/raisins Optional

Instructions

Prepare Mix:

  • Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl. Store in an airtight container.

When Ready to Bake:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease baking pan.
  • Combine dry mix with eggs, oil, vanilla, and carrots (and optional add-ins). Mix until smooth.
  • Bake 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool before frosting.

Notes

  • Storage: The dry mix stays fresh for 3 months in an airtight container.
  • Gluten-Free: Substitute 1:1 gluten-free flour 
  • Healthier Swaps: Use applesauce or yogurt to replace half the oil.
  • Frosting: Top with cream cheese frosting 
  • Spice Adjustment: Reduce cinnamon to 1 tsp for milder flavor
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 379kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 3.5IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 60mg
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