Carrot Cake Recipe

Carrot Cake Recipe: A Classic Dessert Perfect for Any Occasion

 

Carrot cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. It’s a sweet and moist cake that’s perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holidays to just a simple afternoon treat. With its delicious combination of flavors and textures, it’s no wonder why carrot cake is such a popular dessert.

 

In this article, we’ll walk you through how to make a delicious carrot cake from scratch, including a cream cheese frosting that perfectly complements the cake’s sweetness.

 

 

➤ To make this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

 

FOR THE CARROT CAKE:

●3 eggs

●¾ cup (150g) vegetable oil

●½ cup (255g) applesauce

●2 cups (397g) granulated sugar

●2 cups (283g) all-purpose flour

●2 tsp baking powder

●1 tsp baking soda

●½ tsp salt

●1 tsp ground cinnamon

●2 cups (227g) lightly packed finely, freshly grated carrots

●1 cup (227g) Dole crushed pineapple (lightly drained)

●1 cup (75g) shredded sweetened coconut

Optional: 1 cup pecans and/or ½ cup raisins

 

 

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

●1- 8 oz package cream cheese ((227g) softened)

●½ cup (113g) unsalted butter ( softened)

Optional: 1 tablespoon sour cream *

●1 tsp vanilla

●3 cups (360g) powdered sugar (or more if needed to thicken)

●Pinch of salt

 

OPTIONAL DECORATION:

●fondant carrots

 

 

 

➤ Step-by-Step Guide to Making it :

 

Preheat the oven to 350 F

 

➔ MAKE THE BATTER:

 

Whisk together the eggs, oil, applesauce, and sugar.

 

Gently stir in the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon).

 

 

Gently fold in the carrots, coconut, and pineapple (and nuts and raisins if using)

 

➔BAKE THE CAKE:

 

 

Pour the batter into a 9 by 13 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick baking spray.

 

Bake in a preheated 350° F oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean, about 35-40 minutes.

Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.

 

➔Make the cream cheese frosting:

 

 

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese together with the softened butter on medium-high speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.

 

Add the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and pinch of salt. Mix on low for 30 seconds, then turn to medium- high and beat for 3 minutes until super smooth and creamy. Add a little more sugar if it’s too loose or a little milk if it’s too thick.

 

 

Be sure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before mixing so the frosting doesn’t have any lumps. I also like to sift the powdered sugar to remove any lumps.

 

➔ FROST THE CAKE:

 

When the cake is completely cooled, frost the cake using a spoon or a spatula.

 

Store the cake, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

 

 

➤ Conclusion:

 

This carrot cake recipe is a delicious and classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture and sweet flavor, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The cream cheese frosting adds the perfect amount of tangy sweetness to balance out the cake’s sweetness. So, next time you’re in the mood for a delicious and satisfying dessert, try making this carrot cake recipe!

 

 

This is an easy one and oh so good.

 

Try it out and don’t forget to RATE and COMMENT below!