Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
- Grated carrots: 2 cups (200g)
- Granulated sugar: 2 cups (400g)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Vegetable oil: 1 cup (240ml)
- Eggs: 4 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
Frosting:
- Cream cheese: 8 ounces (226g)
- Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks) (226g), softened
- Powdered sugar: 3 cups (360g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Chopped pecans: 1/2 cup (60g), optional
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, whisk together carrots, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cake cool completely in the pan.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread over the cooled cake.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per slice
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful carrot cake with a tender crumb
- Rich cream cheese frosting
- Warm and comforting dessert
- Perfect for any occasion
User Comments:
- "This carrot cake is the best I've ever had! It's perfectly spiced and the frosting is heavenly."
- "I love the moist texture and the hint of cinnamon in the cake."
- "This cake was a hit at my party. Everyone loved it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
- To ensure the cake is cooked through, check the center of the cake with a toothpick.
- If using fresh carrots, peel and grate them before measuring.
