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Carrot Cake Bliss

Carrot Cake Bliss

A moist and flavorful carrot cake loaded with fresh carrots, warm spices, and a creamy cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts optional

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Slowly add vegetable oil while mixing.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  • Fold in grated carrots and chopped walnuts gently.
  • Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
  • For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
  • Spread frosting between cake layers and on top and sides of the cake.

Notes

This carrot cake is perfect for any celebration and stays moist for days. Store covered in the refrigerator.