Signature Carrot Cake Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Cream Cheese Filling Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Cake Preparation
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Combine Mixtures
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cake
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cream Cheese Filling Preparation
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Assembling the Cake
Layer the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese filling on top.
Top with Second Layer
Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining cream cheese filling over the top and sides of the cake.