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Old-Fashioned Carrot Cake

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Old-Fashioned Carrot Cake is a nostalgic dessert that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. This moist, spiced cake features freshly grated carrots, warm cinnamon, and nutmeg, all enveloped in a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays or casual weeknight dinners, it transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups grated carrots (about 4 medium carrots)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup vegetable oil (or applesauce)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs with vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Gradually add to dry ingredients while stirring gently.
  4. Fold in grated carrots and nuts until evenly mixed.
  5. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Once cooled completely, frost with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Keywords: For added texture, mix in crushed pineapple or additional spices like ginger. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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