Description
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful treat that combines moist, spiced cake with a creamy, tangy frosting. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for any occasion, evoking nostalgic memories and sweet moments. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups grated carrots (fresh)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Create a well in the dry ingredients; add vegetable oil, eggs, and grated carrots. Stir gently until just combined.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Once cooled, frost the first layer of cake before adding the second layer on top. Frost the sides and top as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg