Jun 09 2026
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Carrot Cake Recipe

Inspired by Robert’s By The River | Restaurant & Bar
Time1h 30m
Serves12

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

Method

Cake Preparation

  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 mixing 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. Beat well until fully mixed.

  4. 4

    Combine Mixtures

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

  5. 5

    Add Carrots and Optional Ingredients

    Fold in the grated carrots, and if using, add the chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins. Mix until evenly distributed.

  6. 6

    Pour into Pans

    Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.

  7. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Cool the Cakes

    Once baked, 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.

Frosting Preparation

  1. 9

    Prepare the Frosting

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

  2. 10

    Add Sugar and Vanilla

    Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth, and then add the vanilla extract. Mix until combined.

  3. 11

    Frost the Cake

    Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, and then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake.

  4. 12

    Serve

    Cut into slices and serve. Enjoy your delicious carrot cake!

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