Ingredients:
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups grated carrots 🥕
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs 🥚
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) 🌰
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
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Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in grated carrots and pecans.
2. Bake the Cake:
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely.
3. Make the Frosting:
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
4. Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer over it and frost the entire cake.
5. Decorate:
Decorate with piped frosting roses, grated carrots, and chopped pecans for a stunning presentation.
6. Serve & Enjoy:
Slice and enjoy this moist, spiced carrot cake with a creamy frosting that melts in your mouth! 😋
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