Carrot cake is a versatile and delicious dessert that is loved by people of all ages. The combination of soft and moist cake with the creamy frosting is simply irresistible.
Whether you are baking for a special occasion or simply want to indulge your sweet tooth, this carrot cake recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. Follow these easy steps to create a homemade carrot cake that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
For the cake:.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- ½ cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
For the cream cheese frosting:.
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the cake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Step 3: Combine the wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and vegetable oil until well combined. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
Step 4: Fold in the carrots, pineapple, and nuts
Gently fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts or pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Step 5: Bake the cake
Divide the batter equally between the prepared cake pans. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Prepare the cream cheese frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until creamy and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract and continue beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Step 7: Assemble the cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
You can get creative and decorate the cake with additional grated carrots or nuts if desired.
Step 8: Serve and enjoy!
Your homemade carrot cake is now ready to be served and enjoyed. This cake is best enjoyed within a few days of baking, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
The flavors will continue to meld together, resulting in an even more delicious treat as the days go by. Serve slices of cake with a hot cup of coffee or a refreshing glass of milk for the perfect dessert experience.
