Jul 09 2026
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Carrot Cake Recipe

Inspired by Fernandes Steak House II
Time1h 15m
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

Cream Cheese Frosting

Method

Prepare the Cake Batter

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground nutmeg until well combined.

  3. 3

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Add Carrots and Pineapple

    Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and optional chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.

Bake the Cake

  1. 6

    Pour and Bake

    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  2. 7

    Cool the Cakes

    Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting

  1. 8

    Beat the Cream Cheese and Butter

    In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until smooth and creamy.

  2. 9

    Add Sugar and Vanilla

    Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well until fully incorporated. Then add the vanilla extract and beat until smooth.

Assemble the Cake

  1. 10

    Frost the Cake

    Once the cakes are completely cool, 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.

  2. 11

    Serve

    Slice and serve your delicious carrot cake. Enjoy!

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