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To Die For Carrot Cake Recipe

To Die For Carrot Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the irresistible goodness of this To Die For Carrot Cake recipe that features a moist and flavorful cake bursting with carrots, pineapple, and warm spices, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups finely grated carrots
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla.
  4. Blend ingredients: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until combined. Fold in carrots, pineapple, and optional nuts and coconut.
  5. Bake: Divide batter between pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool cakes.
  6. Make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt. Frost cake layers and assemble.

Notes

  • Cake can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the fridge.
  • Bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
  • Can also be baked as a sheet cake or cupcakes—adjust bake time accordingly.

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