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Deliciously Simple Carrot Cake Bliss

Deliciously Simple Carrot Cake Bliss

Deliciously Simple Carrot Cake Bliss: moist, spiced, and topped with cinnamon cream icing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrot Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Cinnamon Cream Icing
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls (2 large)
  • Whisk and spatula
  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  1. In another bowl, combine oil, eggs, grated carrots, drained pineapple (if using), and vanilla.
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  1. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35–40 minutes.
  1. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  1. While the cake cools, make the icing by beating together cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  1. Gradually add powdered sugar, then vanilla and cinnamon, mixing until fluffy. Add milk as needed for consistency.
  1. Once the cake is cool, spread the icing evenly over the top and slice to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake is ultra-moist and perfect for birthdays, brunches, or simply treating yourself! Don't rush the cooling process before icing, as it helps achieve a smooth finish. Enjoy the hidden veggies while indulging!
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