Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated carrots
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and grated carrots.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts if desired.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
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For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
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Frost the cooled cake with the cream cheese frosting and serve!
Notes
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Add 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple to the batter for extra moisture and flavor.
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Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different crunch.
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Add a pinch of ginger or nutmeg for extra spice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
