This is the first time I have ever been hesitant about sharing a recipe. Simply because it is so darn good and I want full credit for this one!
I used to have to make a special ‘cake of the day’ when I worked at this restaurant and I made this one every few days, which means I got to tweak the recipe every time and finally, I perfected it. Seriously.
This is the dessert I made for my 24, 24, 24 meal.
I hope you make it someday!
Natalie's Killer Carrot Cake
Ingredients
Natalie's Killer Carrot Cake
- 2 cup AP Flour
- 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 4 Eggs
- 1 1/4 cup 100% Vegetable Oil
- 3 cups Grated Carrots
- 1/2 - 1 cup Pecan Pieces save some for decorating
Cream Cheese Frosting
yield: enough for this cake
- 2 8 oz packages Cream Cheese softened
- 2 TBS Butter softened
- 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste
- 1 TBS Lemon Juice
- pinch Salt
- 4 - 5 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
Instructions
Natalie's Killer Carrot Cake
- preheat oven to 350 degrees
- prepare two 9 inch cake pans
- Whisk together first 7 ingredients. In another bowl whisk together eggs and oil.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mix until incorporated. Fold in carrots and nuts.
- Pour in two 9 inch cake rounds, bake for 35 - 45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool at least 30 minutes before taking out of pan.
Cream Cheese Frosting
- Using your electric mixer, cream together first 5 ingredients until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar slowly until 4 cups have been added. I prefer my frosting a bit more thick so I used closer to 5 cups.
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Tips and Tricks
Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Then, add the grated carrots and fold them into the batter. Then, divide the batter between two 8-inch baking pans and bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes. Let the cake cool before you pipe on the frosting. If desired, you can sprinkle chopped pecans on top. It is best to serve the cake right away.
For a simple No-Bake Carrot Cake recipe, you can also use graham crackers. The graham crackers help to soften the actual cake. While using carrots, it is best to peel and grate them before you add them to the batter. Ground spices and cinnamon will balance out the sweetness of the carrots. If you want to add raisins, you can also omit the raisins.
To make a tangy cream cheese frosting, you can combine cream cheese, butter, and orange juice. For the frosting, you can use powdered sugar, grated orange peel, and vanilla extract. You can add toasted pecans or macadamia nuts in place of walnuts. You can also add chopped nuts and raisins to the cake batter. After baking, make sure to chill the cake before preparing the frosting.
If you prefer to use orange icing on your Carrot Cake, you can make it using cream cheese and sugar. Just be sure to mix the ingredients together well. If desired, you can even add chopped nuts or raisins to the batter. To create a unique finish, you can also add toasted nuts or macadamia. Adding chopped nuts and raisins to the cake batter will add the perfect touch. The cake is ready to serve.
A traditional Carrot Cake is a moist spice cake filled with chopped carrot, toasted nuts, crushed pineapple, and a tangy sweet cream cheese frosting. This cake is a wonderful dessert for your guests. They will love the moist texture and the sweet flavor. There are several ways to make a Carrot Cake and you can find them on the internet. However, a simple recipe is best for a special occasion.
To make the frosting, you should prepare the cake ingredients beforehand. The cake batter should contain flour, sugar, and cinnamon. The frosting should contain vanilla extract. The cream cheese can be made using a hand-mixer or a food processor. The cream cheese can be whipped into a smooth consistency. If you want to make it even better, you can try mixing in some raisins or nuts. Then, simply follow the steps in the recipe to add a delicious Carrot Cake to your family.
A 9-inch round pan with a 3-inch-deep sides and a tangy cream cheese frosting is ideal for a delicious Carrot Cake. A large food processor can easily process all of the ingredients, including the carrots. The food processor should also be used to combine the sugar, brown sugar, and yogurt. The remaining ingredients should be added, along with the pecans and cream cheese. Then, the cake should be baked for about 45 minutes.
If you want to prepare a healthier Carrot Cake, you can make it with less sugar. The frosted layer can stay for about five days in the refrigerator. Unfrosted layers can be stored for up to two days in the refrigerator. Then, you can refrigerate it for at least 2 days before serving. In addition to the cake, it can be kept for up to two days if you use a piping bag with the orange peel.
The most basic Carrot Cake recipe is a traditional favorite. Its bright orange color and white cream cheese frosting will surely make it the star of your dessert tray. A shredded carrot adds a delicate flavor to the cake, which is best topped with a cream cheese icing. The Betty Crocker Cream Cheese Frosting makes this Carrot Cake a favorite for the whole family. This delicious dessert is a great alternative to a regular slice of bread.
