Triple-layer Carrot Cake Recipe
Black currants, pecans, cream cheese frosting
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Frosting Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly among the three prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- 7
Make the Frosting
In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and well combined.
- 8
Assemble the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then repeat with the second layer. Place the third layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
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Decorate
Optionally, decorate the top with additional chopped pecans or black currants.
