Perfectly Moist Carrot Cake Recipe

Welcome to the Sharp Blades blog! Today, we’re baking a classic carrot cake, a delightful treat for any occasion. This recipe is simple yet packed with flavor, ensuring a moist texture with every bite. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil
• 2 cups (220g) grated carrots
• ½ cup (60g) chopped walnuts (optional)
• ½ cup (60g) raisins (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Nutritional Information

Note: The figures are based on typical serving sizes and are approximations.

Directions
1. Get the batter ready.
Set the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F). Line two 8-inch circular cake pans with grease.
Mix the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a big bowl.
Beat the eggs, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until they are creamy. Add the vegetable oil gradually and stir thoroughly.
The dry components should be added to the wet mixture gradually. Stir in the raisins, walnuts, and chopped carrots.

2. Prepare the cake.
Evenly distribute the batter among the pans that have been prepared.
A toothpick inserted in the centre should come out clean after 25 to 30 minutes of baking.
After letting the cakes cool in the pans for ten minutes, move them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

3. Get the frosting ready.
Beat the butter and cream cheese together in a mixing bowl until creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and powdered sugar gradually. Beat till frothy and creamy.
4. Put Together and Adorn
Spread a thick layer of frosting over the top of the cake layer that has been placed on a serving plate.
Frost the cake's sides and top after adding the second layer. If desired, garnish with more walnuts or chopped carrots.

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Together, let's bake!
Try this carrot cake and let us know how it turns out! For premium kitchen knives that enhance any dish, visit Sharp Blades.