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Carrot Cake

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A moist and flavorful carrot cake with a hint of cinnamon and topped with cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 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, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth. Stir in grated carrots and walnuts (if using).
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. For the 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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