Easy Carrot Cake

Carrot cake dates back to the Medieval Ages when sweeteners were scarce and carrots were used as a substitute for sugar in desserts.

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

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Easy Carrot 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: 10 Calories: 4000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 grams Carrots
• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 200 grams Sugar
• 150 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 3 units Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 200 grams Cream cheese
• 100 grams Butter
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, flour, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
3. Transfer the batter to the cake pan and smooth the top.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let it cool completely.
6. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
7. Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
8. Optional: Decorate with grated carrot or chopped nuts.
9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
10. Enjoy your delicious Easy Carrot Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

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.