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Classic Carrot Cake

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A moist and flavorful carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 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 1/2 cups vegetable oil
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add eggs and oil to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Fold in grated carrots and walnuts (if using).
  4. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  6. For frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until fluffy.
  7. Frost the cooled cake layers and serve.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

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