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Amazing Moist Carrot Cake with 7 Spices

Moist Carrot Cake
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Discover the ultimate moist carrot cake recipe, packed with warm spices and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. This cake is perfect for any occasion, bringing a touch of Sunday joy to your day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated carrots
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the grated carrots and chopped nuts, if using.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cake cools, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  10. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  11. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
  12. Once the cake is completely cool, frost it with the cream cheese frosting.

Notes

  • For an even moister cake, you can add 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple (undrained) to the batter along with the carrots.
  • Ensure your carrots are finely grated for the best texture.
  • Toast your nuts before adding them for a deeper flavor.

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