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A slice of delicious carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.

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This recipe provides a proven method to create a delicious carrot cake, along with 7 essential tips for perfect results every time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • two 9-inch round cake pans
  • medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • electric mixer
  • wire rack

Method
 

Cake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix well.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in grated carrots and chopped pecans.
  6. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until well combined and smooth.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Once cakes are completely cool, frost with cream cheese frosting.

Notes

Tip 1: Use freshly grated carrots for the best flavor and moisture. Tip 2: Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender. Tip 3: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth frosting. Tip 4: Cool cakes completely before frosting to prevent melting. Tip 5: For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice. Tip 6: Garnish with extra chopped pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Tip 7: Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator.