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Delicious homemade carrot cake topped with cream cheese frosting and walnuts

Carrot Cake

A delightful and moist carrot cake with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Acts as the foundation for your cake.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the batter and helps achieve a lovely golden color.
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake moist and tender.
  • 4 large eggs Provide richness and stability.
  • 2 cups grated carrots Ensure to use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese Adds creamy richness to your frosting.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, eggs, grated carrots, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
  4. Carefully pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until no dry flour remains.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. For the cream cheese icing, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until well combined and fluffy.
Assembly
  1. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread frosting on the top, then place the second layer on top.
  2. Coat the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
  3. Slice, serve, and enjoy a piece of homemade joy!

Notes

Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements. Bring eggs and cream cheese to room temperature for better mixing. Consider adding crushed pineapple or walnuts for variations.