Welcome to our timeless cake recipes section! Today, we’re sharing a beloved recipe for Classic Carrot Cake. This moist and flavorful cake features freshly shredded carrots, warm spices, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for any occasion, this carrot cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting pans
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for pans
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 lb. carrots (8-10 medium carrots), peeled and shredded, about 2 3/4 cups
- 2 cups pecans, divided (1 cup finely chopped, 1 cup coarsely chopped)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (optional, for desired consistency)
Instructions
see continuation on next page
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