Imagine sinking your fork into a slice of the most decadent, moist, and irresistible carrot cake you've ever tasted. This isn't just any ordinary dessert - it's a culinary masterpiece that transforms humble carrots into a show-stopping treat that will have everyone begging for seconds. With its perfect balance of warm spices, rich cream cheese frosting, and incredibly tender crumb, this Attyc Carrot Cake is about to become your new obsession. Get ready to elevate your baking game and impress everyone from family gatherings to fancy dinner parties!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 cake
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan, ensuring even coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk dry ingredients together until well blended and no lumps remain.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs until smooth. Gradually add vegetable oil and mix until fully incorporated and slightly frothy.
- Fold grated carrots into the wet ingredients, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
- Gradually add dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spatula or electric mixer on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan, spreading evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform thickness.
- Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center - it should come out clean with no wet batter.
- Remove cake from oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, approximately 1 hour.
- For frosting, beat softened cream cheese and butter in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing on medium speed until frosting is light and fluffy.
- Once cake is completely cooled, spread cream cheese frosting evenly over the top using an offset spatula.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped nuts or additional grated carrots if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tips
- • Use fresh, finely grated carrots for the best moisture and texture • Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to a tough cake • Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent melting • For extra flavor, consider adding a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter • Room temperature ingredients ensure smoother mixing and better overall texture • Store the cake in the refrigerator to keep the cream cheese frosting fresh • For a professional look, use an offset spatula when spreading the frosting • The cake can be made a day ahead, which actually allows the flavors to develop more fully
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 95mg
