Carrot Cake # 1 is a delightful treat that combines moist cake with a creamy frosting, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. With a blend of spices and fresh carrots, it offers a delicious twist on traditional cakes. Let’s get baking and bring the scrumptious creation to life.
When it comes to ingredients, feel free to swap out the pecans for walnuts if you’re feeling adventurous or have nut allergies. Using freshly grated carrots will always give a tastier result than pre-packaged ones. If you need a gluten-free option, substituting a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend can work wonders, though it may slightly alter the texture of the cake.
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Carrot Cake # 1 Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
- 2 cups white sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch pan to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, beat together 4 eggs, 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil, 2 cups white sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix in 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until smooth.
- Stir in 3 cups grated carrots, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. Fold in 1 cup chopped pecans gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- To prepare the frosting, in a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup softened butter, 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 4 cups confectioners’ sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans for added texture, then frost the cooled cake evenly.
Part of our Homemade Cake Recipes collection — Part 2 of 6:
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