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Irresistible Spiced Carrot Cake

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A delightful spiced carrot cake that perfectly combines sweetness with warm spices, topped with creamy frosting—ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil.
  3. Add the Eggs: Crack in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Mix Together: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  6. Divide and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Cool: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
  8. Make the Frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
  9. Frost the Cake: Once cooled, spread frosting between layers and on top.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve your delightful spiced carrot cake!

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can freeze un-frosted layers for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

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

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