Carrot Cake Sheet Cake

Carrot Cake Sheet Cake: A Classic Dessert Made Easy

If you love the cozy spices and rich, moist texture of a traditional carrot cake, you’re going to fall in love with the simplicity of a Carrot Cake Sheet Cake. This no-fuss version of the beloved classic is perfect for parties, potlucks, birthdays, or any time you want a comforting homemade dessert that feeds a crowd — without the stress of stacking layers.

Moist, flavorful, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, this sheet cake is everything you love about carrot cake, made easier and faster.

🥕 Why Make a Sheet Cake?

While traditional layer cakes look impressive, sheet cakes are simple, stress-free, and just as delicious. They require:

• No stacking or leveling
• No fancy tools
• Easy frosting in one go
• Less cleanup and more serving ease

Perfect for beginners and busy bakers alike!

🧁 Ingredients for Carrot Cake Sheet Cake

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups finely grated carrots
• ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• ½ cup shredded coconut (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 ½ to 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 How to Make Carrot Cake Sheet Cake

1. Prep the Pan & Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, beat together the sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and combined.

4. Combine & Add the Good Stuff

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Fold in grated carrots, pineapple, and any optional mix-ins (nuts or coconut).