Carrot cake is a type of cake that contains grated carrots as an ingredient. It is typically flavored with spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg
The cake is often frosted with cream cheese frosting. Carrot cake is a popular dessert and can be enjoyed as a breakfast treat as well.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour,2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1 cup vegetable oil
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4 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 cups grated carrots, 1/2 cup raisins (optional), 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the frosting
8 oz cream cheese (softened), 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened), 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the grated carrots, raisins, and chopped walnuts (if using).
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter together in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract,
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Once the cake is cool, frost the top and sides of the cake with the cream cheese frosting. The cake can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.