DARK CHOCOLATE CARROT CAKE

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Carrot cake has a dark side-and it's divine! Cream cheese and shredded carrots in the batter keep the cake moist, while toasted nuts and cinnamon boost the flavor. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package dark chocolate cake mix (regular size)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup 2% milk
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups shredded carrots
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, divided
2 cans (16 ounces each) cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, cream cheese, pudding mix, milk, eggs and cinnamon; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in carrots and 1/2 cup walnuts. Pour into three greased and floured 8-in. round baking pans., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Sprinkle top with remaining walnuts. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 570mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

RJ Hassan
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This recipe is a keeper! Thanks for sharing.


Sydnee Brown
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This cake is so delicious! I highly recommend trying it.


Alis Greg
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I love the combination of carrot cake and dark chocolate. This recipe is a winner!


Amonge Skenjana
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This is my go-to carrot cake recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Boikanyo Marawu
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit!


Tukwatsibwe Ivan
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! The ganache is the perfect finishing touch.


Stellah Saboke
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great.


Basanti Thapa
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Yungtec Africanus
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This is the best carrot cake recipe I've ever tried! It's moist, flavorful, and the ganache is amazing.


MORE FARTS
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The cake was a bit dry, but the ganache helped to make it more moist. Overall, it was a good recipe.


Alejandro DeHerrera
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This was my first time making carrot cake and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the cake was delicious.


Fred Tanner
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I'm not usually a fan of carrot cake, but this recipe changed my mind. The dark chocolate ganache really takes it to the next level.


The ender dragon Mincraft
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Just tried this recipe and it was a hit! The carrot cake was moist and flavorful, and the dark chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch. Will definitely be making this again!