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Best Carrot Cake Recipe Ever! 🍰 Easy, Moist & Oh-So-Delicious

Discover the best carrot cake recipe ever! Moist, fluffy, and topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, this easy dessert is perfect for any occasion.
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans (2)
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling racks
  • Offset spatula

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups grated carrots about 4–5 medium carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
  • 1/2 cup raisins optional
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For Garnish Optional:
  • Additional chopped nuts
  • Shredded coconut
  • Carrot-shaped fondant decorations

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Cake Batter:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, nuts, and raisins (if using).
  • Bake the Cakes:
  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and beat until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Assemble the Cake:
  • Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a thick layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
  • Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  • Add Garnish:
  • Decorate the cake with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or carrot-shaped fondant decorations for a festive touch.