The Best Carrot Cake/Cupcakes Ever!
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 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
The Best Carrot Cake/Cupcakes Ever!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan or line a cupcake tray with liners.
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In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, flour, sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Fold in the chopped walnuts.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan or distribute evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes for cupcakes or 35-40 minutes for a cake, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
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Once the cake or cupcakes have cooled, frost with the cream cheese frosting.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- 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.
