Description
Indulge in the rich, moist goodness of a classic Carrot Cake topped with luscious Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this spiced cake is a favorite dessert that will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Main Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Combine dry and wet mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture. Fold in carrots, nuts, and pineapple if using.
- Bake: Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool cakes on wire racks.
- Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until creamy.
- Frost cakes: Layer cakes and frost top and sides. Refrigerate before serving.
Notes
- For extra moisture, add 1/2 cup applesauce or use melted butter.
- Toast nuts before adding for enhanced flavor.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
