Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot cake is a classic dessert that never fails to impress. The combination of moist, spiced cake with creamy frosting is simply irresistible. This recipe for carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is sure to become a favorite in your household. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just craving a sweet treat, this carrot cake is the perfect choice.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.