Sam's Famous Carrot Cake

My Grandfather (Sam) was famous for this cake. Everyone who knew him, knows of his famous carrot cake. He would always have some available for anyone who wanted it. We'll miss him, but his carrot cake legacy will always live on! Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 374 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup raisins
• 3 eggs
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• ¾ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• ¾ cup buttermilk
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
• 2 cups shredded carrots

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x12 inch pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, oil, sugar and vanilla. Mix well. Add flour mixture and mix well.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine shredded carrots, coconut, walnuts, pineapple and raisins.

Step 5

Using a large wooden spoon or a very heavy whisk, add carrot mixture to batter and fold in well.

Step 6

Pour into prepared 8x12 inch pan, and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour. Check with toothpick.

Step 7

Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.