CARROT CAKE WITH PECAN FROSTING

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My husband constantly requests this homey, old-fashioned version of carrot cake. The frosting is still tasty even without the pecans. -Adrian Badon, Denham Springs, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups shredded carrots (about 6 medium carrots)
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pineapple. In another bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in carrots., Transfer batter to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until blended. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in pecans., Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ANIK DAS
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This carrot cake is easy to make and always turns out great. It's my go-to recipe for carrot cake.


Kawsar Ahamad
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I've been making this carrot cake for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


armando perez
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This carrot cake is a classic for a reason. It's moist, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Nisi Calderón
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Amanda Whitewolf
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This is the best carrot cake recipe I've ever tried. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and nutty.


Bebegurl ni itz me shine
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


EKAM Singh
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This carrot cake was a bit too dense for my taste. I would add more baking powder next time.


Ssemakula Isma
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The cake was good, but the frosting was a bit too sweet. I would make it again with less sugar in the frosting.


Cassandra Guerrero
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This carrot cake was dry and the frosting was too runny. I would not recommend this recipe.


Akinyi Vivivian
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Shery Flores
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. I will definitely be making it again.


nazmul f
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This cake was so easy to make and it turned out so well. I will definitely be making it again.


Kgatliso Oliphant
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I made this cake for Easter dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Khalid Shah
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This recipe is a keeper! The carrot cake was moist and flavorful, and the pecan frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


Keya Rashed
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I've made this carrot cake with pecan frosting several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


tyler petee
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This carrot cake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a bundt pan and it baked evenly. The frosting was a little too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a great recipe.


Mahesh Lalwani
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I'm not usually a fan of carrot cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was delicious. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Qasim Khliji
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This carrot cake with pecan frosting was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it, and I received so many compliments. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect balance of sweet and nutty. I will definitely be making this recipe