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Classic Carrot Cake: Discover the Ultimate Recipe Today!

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A moist and spiced classic carrot cake topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for celebrations and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups finely grated carrots
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup sunflower oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (plus extra for garnish)
  • 500g cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Mini fondant carrots (for decor)
  • Chopped walnuts (for decor)
  • Light brown sugar or cookie crumbs (optional for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together oil, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until creamy.
  3. Stir in grated carrots and pineapple.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add to the wet mix and stir just until combined. Fold in walnuts.
  5. Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  6. For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy.
  7. Assemble the layers with generous frosting between each, leaving the sides semi-naked. Decorate the top with fondant carrots, chopped walnuts, and a sprinkle of brown sugar.

Notes

  • Grate carrots finely for a super soft texture.
  • Add raisins or dates for a natural sweetness boost.
  • Use vegan cream cheese and flax eggs for a plant-based version.
  • Gluten-free flour blend can substitute 1:1 for flour.

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