A carrot cake commonly includes nuts such as walnuts or pecans. The exact choice can vary by recipe, but walnuts are the most traditional and widely used option. Key points:
- Popular nuts: walnuts and pecans. Both add texture and richness to the cake and pairing well with the carrot and spices.
- Some variations substitute or omit nuts entirely, or use other nuts like hazelnuts, depending on preference or dietary needs.
- If you need a specific nut amount, many recipes use about 1 cup of chopped nuts (roughly 120 grams) in the batter, with additional nuts often used as a garnish on top or in the frosting.
If you’d like, I can pull a few exact recipes and compare their nut types and quantities to help you choose the best option for your bake.
