CARROT SNACKING CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
This one-bowl, one-layer carrot cake is a perfect "mix-and-bake" dessert. It's full of flavor from the shredded carrots, cinnamon and vanilla, and the nuts add texture. The cake is super-moist because it uses oil, and the fresh carrots add moisture too. You don't need any fancy equipment--you can simply mix all of the ingredients together in a bowl with a whisk or spoon (and a fork is the perfect makeshift whisk!). The frosting is super creamy and simple, and you can jazz things up and serve the iced cake from a cake stand, if you want to be fancy.
Provided by Vallery Lomas
Categories dessert
Time 2h
Yield 9 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread the nuts in an even layer on a baking sheet. Cook until toasted, 8 to 10 minutes. Give them a shake halfway through so they don't burn.
- Meanwhile, prepare your baking pan. A square 8-inch cake pan or a 9-inch round cake pan both work great. You can spray the pan with nonstick baking spray with flour or line the bottom with parchment paper and then grease the pan and the paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and oil together until combined. Add the milk, sugar, vanilla and salt and whisk until combined. Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon into the bowl and stir or fold until combined. Add the carrots, raisins and toasted nuts if using and stir or fold until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake until your house smells like carrot cake and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the cake from the pan and cool on the rack completely.
- While the cake is baking, make the frosting: Add the softened cream cheese to a large bowl and whisk it until it is smooth (if the cream cheese isn't softened, zap it in the microwave for 5 or 10 seconds).
- Add the confectioners' sugar, milk, vanilla, if using, and salt and whisk until smooth. If the frosting is a little too thick, add a tiny bit more milk. If it's too thin, you can add more confectioners' sugar.
- Once your cake has cooled (if it's warm it will melt the frosting), spread the frosting evenly over the cake. Tada! Enjoy!
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Bailey Nicholson
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover carrots. It's also a delicious and healthy snack.
Joewillie Parker
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best carrot cake he's ever had.
Ryl Captain 1
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I followed the instructions carefully and it turned out perfectly.
kiya fre
[email protected]I've never been a fan of carrot cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Morales Romero
[email protected]I'm always looking for new carrot cake recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Telfah Tala
[email protected]This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just for a snack.
Real STAR Gh
[email protected]The cream cheese frosting on this cake is to die for! It's so creamy and tangy.
Biil Johnson
[email protected]I love that this cake is made with whole wheat flour. It makes it a little healthier than other carrot cakes.
Abdulallah Abdulallah
[email protected]This carrot cake is the perfect way to use up leftover carrots. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!
Okoh Iruoma
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. I love that it's a healthier alternative to other cakes, but it still tastes amazing.
Adel
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of carrot cake, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm glad I did because it was delicious! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Md Mainudddin
[email protected]I made this cake for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Salih Bagan
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make, even for a baking novice like me. I was able to follow the instructions easily and it turned out perfectly.
Berna Odala
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this cake. The carrots add a subtle sweetness and the walnuts give it a nice crunch.
Sadeem Ali
[email protected]This is the best carrot cake I've ever had! The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is perfectly tangy and sweet.
Amsal Aqdas
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's easy to make and doesn't require any special ingredients.
Md Delawar
[email protected]This carrot snacking cake was a hit with my family! It was moist and flavorful, and the cream cheese frosting was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.