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Perfect Carrot Cake

Perfect Carrot Cake
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Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/4 cups vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 3 cups grated carrots (about 4–5 medium carrots)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
  • 8 ounces (1 block) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch of salt

    • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Beat them together until well combined.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the crushed pineapple, grated carrots, and if using, the nuts and coconut.
  • Divide the batter evenly between your prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes (or 40-45 minutes for a 9×13 pan), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • While the cakes cool, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt, beating until the frosting is fluffy.
  • Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the entire cake.

    • Notes

    This Perfect Carrot Cake recipe is incredibly moist, perfectly spiced, and topped with a luxuriously creamy frosting. It’s a simple, family-friendly dessert that’s great for make-ahead occasions.

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