Carrot Walnut Cake

Carrot cake became popular in the United States during World War II when sugar was rationed, and carrots were used as a substitute for sweeteners.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Carrot Walnut Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

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

Servings

• 200 gram Carrots
• 100 gram Walnuts
• 200 gram All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 unit Eggs
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Cream cheese
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.
9. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
10. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 5g10%

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