Carrot Layer Cake Recipe
Homemade with cream cheese icing.
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Cream Cheese Icing Ingredients
Method
Cake Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing and lightly flouring them.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Add Carrots and Pineapple
Fold in the grated carrots and drained crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- 6
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Cool the Cakes
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing Directions
- 8
Prepare the Cream Cheese Icing
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until creamy and smooth.
- 9
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the icing is fluffy and well combined.
- 10
Frost the Cake
Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese icing on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake.
- 11
Serve
Slice the carrot layer cake and serve it to your guests. Enjoy your delicious homemade cake!
