Proven way to grow 7 Amazing Carrot Cake
This recipe provides a proven method to create an amazing carrot cake, perfect for any occasion. It's a delicious and moist cake that will impress your guests.
Equipment
- oven
- two 9-inch round cake pans
- large bowl
- whisk
- separate bowl
- mixer
- wire rack
Ingredients
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in grated carrots and chopped pecans.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
- Once cakes are completely cool, frost as desired.
Notes
For extra moisture, add 1/4 cup of applesauce to the batter. You can also add raisins or pineapple for different flavor variations.