Carrot Cake

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Carrot cake is believed to have originated from medieval carrot puddings, which were sweetened with honey and spices.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2800
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the grated carrots, flour, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased and lined cake tin.
  4. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
  7. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  8. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake.
  9. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  10. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Sugars 30g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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