
Smith Island Carrot Cake Recipe
Indulge in our Smith Island Carrot Cake, a moist and spiced delight layered with rich cream cheese frosting and crowned with a sprinkle of toasted walnuts for the perfect sweet finish.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- 5
Add Carrots and Nuts
Fold in the grated carrots and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.
- 6
Bake the Cakes
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

