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Carrot Cake

A delicious and moist carrot cake that combines fresh grated carrots with warm spices and a creamy frosting, making it a favorite dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups sugar (400g)
  • 1 cup oil (240ml)
  • 2 cups wheat flour (250g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • a pinch salt
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon gingerbread spice
  • 3 cups grated carrots (about 300g)
  • 1/2 cup raisins (75g)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work well, 75g)
For the cream topping
  • 250 g Philadelphia cream cheese
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon cream (18 percent)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120g)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is fluffy and pale in color.
  2. Gradually whisk in the oil until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and gingerbread spice.
  4. Carefully add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture. Fold gently until just combined.
  5. Stir in the grated carrots, raisins, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed in the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan.
Baking
  1. Place the pan in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) and bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  2. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  2. Once the cake is cool, pour the cream over it, spreading it evenly and creating patterns with a fork if desired.

Notes

Grated carrots should be freshly grated for the best texture. Adjust spices according to your taste. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days and enjoy the flavors even after a day!