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The BEST Carrot Cake! Recipe

The BEST Carrot Cake! Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the moist and flavorful Best Carrot Cake topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. This classic dessert is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 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

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups finely grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pans: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. Prepare batter: In a large bowl, beat sugars and oil, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in applesauce and vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients, then fold in carrots, pineapple, and nuts.
  4. Bake: Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool cakes in pans before transferring to a wire rack.
  5. Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla. Frost cooled cakes and decorate with nuts.

Notes

  • Chill frosted cake for at least 30 minutes before serving for best results.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 46g
  • Sodium: 330mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 69g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg