Description

Indulge in this incredibly moist and flavorful carrot cake, perfectly balanced with sweet carrots, warming spices, and rich cream cheese frosting. Ideal for birthdays or cozy afternoons, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees delightful bites that will have everyone asking for more.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 cups grated carrots
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Cream cheese (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease two round baking pans.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, blend eggs and oil; mix into the dry ingredients until just combined.
Gently fold in the grated carrots.
Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
For the frosting, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting between the layers and on top.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: - Use fresh ingredients to enhance flavor. - Customize your cake by adding nuts or raisins if desired. - Ensure cakes are completely cooled to prevent melting the frosting.