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Irresistible Homemade Carrot Cake

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A moist and flavorful carrot cake with warm spices and creamy frosting, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then slowly add in the vegetable oil while whisking continuously until smooth and incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Don’t overmix!
  5. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and walnuts (if using), being careful not to deflate your batter.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans, ensuring a smooth surface.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  10. Once the cakes are cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the entire cake generously.
  11. Serve and enjoy your Homemade Carrot Cake with friends and family.

Notes

Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing! You can prepare the cake layers a day in advance.

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Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/homemade-carrot-cake/

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