Moist Carrot Cake with Nuts and Cream Cheese Frosting

There's nothing better than the smell of freshly baked cake wafting through the kitchen. Today, I'd like to share with you a recipe for a special carrot cake that will surely win the hearts of your loved ones. This moist, aromatic cake with grated carrots, crunchy nuts, and delicate cream cheese frosting is a true delight for the senses.  

Ingredients  

To prepare this cake, you will need a few basic ingredients:  

2 cups grated carrots

1.5 cups flour

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup vegetable oil

3 eggs

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Cream Cheese Frosting:  

200g cream cheese

1/2 cup butter

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cake Preparation:  

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

In another bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar, then add the oil and vanilla extract.

Add the grated carrots to the wet ingredients and mix well.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.

Finally, fold in the chopped nuts.

Baking:  

Pour the batter into a greased baking pan.

Bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Once baked, let the cake cool completely.

Cream Cheese Frosting:  

In a bowl, beat the butter with the cream cheese until smooth.

Gradually add the powdered sugar, and then the vanilla extract.

Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake.

Tips and Variations:  

You can add a bit of raisins or pineapple to the cake for extra sweetness and moisture.

Feel free to swap the nuts for almonds or peanuts according to your preferences.

Enhance the cream cheese frosting with grated lemon or orange zest for a fresh twist.

This carrot cake with cream cheese frosting is perfect for any occasion – from family gatherings to holidays. Its moist texture, rich flavors, and creamy topping make it irresistible, ensuring no one can stop at just one piece.