How to make a carrot cake loaf
Ok, so maybe you love cake but don’t love making fancy layer cakes. Luckily, you’ll find all the deliciously sweet flavor of a traditional carrot cake in this easy loaf. And it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3….just mix, bake and glaze! Follow this step-by-step guide and check the recipe card below for ingredients and detailed instructions.
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, allowing the ends of the parchment to extend over the sides of the pan for easy removal of the loaf once baked. Set aside.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the oil and sugars until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla, whisking until fully incorporated.
Step 3: Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt together in a separate bowl. Using a large spatula or wooden spoon, add the dry ingredients to the egg and sugar mixture in three additions, alternating with the sour cream and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
Step 4: Fold in the grated carrots. Do not over mix.
Step 5: Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 6: Bake the cake for 55 to 60 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake should come out clean or with a few crumbs remaining. If the cake is browning too much, loosely cover the top with a large piece of aluminum foil for the last 10 to 15 minutes of baking.