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Classic Carrot Cake: Discover the Perfect Recipe Today!

A delicious and moist classic carrot cake topped with creamy cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups grated carrots about 6 medium carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk as needed for consistency

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the oil and eggs, and beat until well mixed. Stir in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, walnuts or pecans (if using), and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  7. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy. Add milk as needed to achieve desired consistency.
  8. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding 1/2 cup of raisins or shredded coconut to the batter.
  • To make a layered cake, you can bake the batter in three 8-inch round pans instead of two 9-inch pans. Adjust baking time as necessary.

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