Carrot Cake (Square Pan)

Instructions

1. Prep

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

• Line or grease an 8×8 or 9×9 square baking pan.

2. Make the Batter

• In a large bowl, beat oil and sugar together.

• Add eggs one at a time.

• Stir in vanilla.

• In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

• Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.

• Fold in grated carrots, pineapple (if using), and nuts.

3. Bake

• Pour batter into prepared pan.

• Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

• Let cool completely before frosting.

4. Make Frosting

• Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.

• Gradually add powdered sugar.

• Mix in vanilla.

• Spread over cooled cake.

• Sprinkle with chopped nuts.