Carrot Cake Recipe

Baking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Oven and Pans

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

3. 3

   Combine Wet Ingredients

   In another bowl, beat together the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. 4

   Blend Mixtures

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

5. 5

   Add Carrots and Walnuts

   Fold in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.

6. 6

   Bake the Cakes

   Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. 7

   Cool the Cakes

   Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from the pans and cool completely on wire racks.

8. 8

   Prepare the Cream Cheese Icing

   In a bowl, beat together 8 oz of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of butter, 4 cups of powdered sugar, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

9. 9

   Assemble the Cake

   Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of cream cheese icing on top, add the second layer, repeat, and finish with the third layer. Ice the top and sides of the cake.

10. 10

    Serve

    Slice and serve the carrot cake. Enjoy!