Carrot Cake Recipe
Make Carrot Cake Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Cream Cheese Frosting
Method
Preparing the Cake
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Frosting
- 7
Beat the Cream Cheese and Butter
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.
- 8
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until well combined. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- 9
Frost the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- 10
Serve
Slice the cake and serve it to your guests. Enjoy your homemade carrot cake!