Moist and Flavorful Carrot Cake Recipe You'll Adore
This carrot cake recipe is a delicious blend of shredded carrots, cinnamon, and cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- cake pans
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free version.
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for cozy taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
- 1 cup Vegetable Oil Light olive oil or melted coconut oil are good substitutes.
- 3 Large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
- 2 cups Shredded Peeled Carrots Fresh grated carrots recommended.
- 1/2 cup Raisins Can be omitted for a simpler cake.
- 1/2 cup Toasted Pecans Substitute walnuts or omit for nut-free versions.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Use vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with a plant-based butter for a dairy-free alternative.
- 3 cups Confectioners' Sugar Adjust quantity to suit your taste.
For Serving
- 1/2 cup Coarsely Chopped Toasted Pecans Sprinkle around the edge for added flair.
Instructions
How to Make Carrot Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three round cake pans thoroughly.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl.
- Beat sugar and oil in another bowl, add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently incorporate shredded carrots, raisins, and pecans into the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake layers in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting by beating together cream cheese, butter, and salt until smooth, then add confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate, frosting in between layers and on the outside.
Notes
For the best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing after adding dry ingredients.